J. R. R. Tolkien
What’s inside
The Silmarillion is a collection of mythopoeic stories by J. R. R. Tolkien, detailing the universe of Eä in which his famous Middle-earth resides.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding of Middle-earth’s origins
- Appreciation for high-fantasy storytelling
- Insights into the depth of Tolkien’s world-building
- Exposure to complex mythological themes
Key Points
- Creation of the Universe of Eä
- The Ainulindalë and the Valar
- Tale of the Silmarils and Melkor’s Rebellion
- The Epic of the Elves and their Struggles
- The Tragic Tale of Túrin Turambar
- The Fall of Gondolin
- The Story of Eärendil and the War of Wrath
Who’s it For
- Fantasy fans
- Tolkien enthusiasts
- Mythology lovers
- Epic literature readers
About the author
J. R. R. Tolkien was an English writer, poet, philologist, and academic, known for creating the classic high-fantasy works set in Middle-earth.