The Silmarillion

The Silmarillion is a significant work by J.R.R. Tolkien that presents the mythological foundations of the world of Middle-earth. It tells the epic story of the Silmarils, three perfect jewels created by Fëanor, the most gifted of the Elves. These jewels contain the last light of the Two Trees of Valinor and are stolen by the Dark Lord Morgoth. The narrative encompasses Fëanor's rebellion and that of his followers against the gods, their banishment from Valinor, and the desperate war against the great enemy. The book not only offers the main story but also several shorter works that describe the creation and the gods, as well as the history of the downfall of the kingdom of Númenor and the events at the end of the Third Age. This beautifully illustrated edition is housed in an elegant slipcase and provides a unique reading experience.