The Silmarillion by J. R. R. Tolkien
The book is a collection of mythopoeic stories that form the prelude to a well-known fantasy saga, detailing the creation of the world and the history of its early ages. It encompasses the tragic tale of the quest for the titular jewels, which imbue their creators with great power and beauty. The narrative follows the rebellion of a group of elves against the gods, the subsequent wars and the downfall of noble houses, interwoven with themes of heroism, fate, and the struggle against the ultimate evil. The work is rich with languages, cultures, and epic poetry, setting the stage for the later adventures in the renowned fantasy realm.
The 1224th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1977
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 365-480
- Words
- 130,115
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 46th on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- 46th on Top 100 Fantasy Books (Fantasy Book Review)
- 226th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)
- 235th on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)
- 1056th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)