Product ReviewsThe Silmarillion by J. R. R. Tolkien (1977, Hardcover)

Fast and in beautiful condition

Slight weathering of the dust cover and a lovely inscription to its previous owner on the inside of the front cover is the only thing which would distinguish it from a new book.

I love this book. I was finally replacing a much used and disintegrating mass market paperback with a hardback. I was thrilled to find such a reasonably-priced and beautiful book.Read full review...

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Ok but not great

Description was not very detailed. The book was the edition I looked for but the book overall wasn’t in the condition I would want to shelve in my library. The dust jacket had “age spots” and several small tears - the book jacket looked to be less than pristine around the edges - the pages themselves are nice - I’ll keep it to loan out but will look for another to shelve.Read full review...

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Perspective on Tolkien's Middle Earth

The Silmarillion puts The Lord of the Rings in proper perspective. The LOTR series is a fantastic story, but in the grand scheme of Tolkien's creative mind it occupied only a small part of Middle Earth legend, lore, and history.

The Silmarillion begins kind of slow with the creation of Middle Earth (which takes some time but essential), the Elves, Dwarves, and the advent of Morgoth and the creation of the Orcs. You can see how Tolkien was influenced by Greek and Roman mythology, Beowulf, tales of King Arthur, and other myths from a variety of cultures.

This book also elaborates upon Sauron and where he came from, how he gained his power, and the creation of the ring.

If you are a Tolkien fan, this is a definite read!Read full review...

Very pleased. Little bit of water damage on the top that wasn’t in the pictures. But didn’t smudge and words or numbers. Overall happy!

Very pleased. Little bit of water damage on the top that wasn’t in the pictures. But didn’t smudge and words or numbers. Overall happy!

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1st Print 1st Edition Silmarillion

The Silmarillion I bought is accurate and has an amazing map included. I enjoy a good history of Middle earth and this provided the means of reading about it!

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the bible/history book of lord od the rings

if you loved Lord of the Rings then you have to read this book. The Silmarillion is THE BOOK. this book is filled with how it all started. The stories are beautiful and makes the world that is Middle Earth come alive.
if you ever wondered where Sauron came from the answer is here.
Who was the first Elf King? the answer is here. Who was Galadriels family ? the answer is here. What was the cause of ill will between the Elves and the Dwarfs? the answer is here. All the answers told by the greatest story teller. The stories/histories are full of valor,bravery,beauty. as well as betrayal,evil deeds,and heartbreak. I've read this book several times. I will read it again. this is Tolikens greatest work.Read full review...

J.R.R. Tolkien does it again

The Silmarillion is an amazing story and talks about how the world of Middle-Earth was created. It is one of Tolkien's finer works, it is similar to the book of Genesis in the Bible, as some people compare it to, despite Tolkien denying that any of his Middle-Earth works have allegory of any kind. Though
It's beautiful yet complex and full of detail yet remains incomplete. It talks about the High Elves and the war with the first Dark Lord Morgoth and the recovery of Silmaril's. I will not say anything beyond that, the rest of the story you'll find out for yourself. While it's a difficult read, if your up for the challenge its worth reading. I highly recommend it.Read full review...

Love it!

Good quality. The jacket was a bit torn but to be expected for a book from 1977. The book itself and cover were great! Even still included the map in the back! I am ecstatic!

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Awesome deal!!!

It was awesome holding original edition top of the silmarillion and such good condition!!!I'm reading it at night time in bed and it's like being transported to the land of middle-earth and valor not just love it!!!Read full review...

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Great Book

Buyed this for collection purposes

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