The Silmarillion. Book Summary

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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.