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"Silmarillion Illustrated Edition Sees Major Price Drop in Amazon Book Sale"

by Eric Apr 25,2025

As part of Amazon's ongoing book sale, J.R.R. Tolkien's *The Silmarillion* is currently on sale with an impressive 57% discount—the lowest price seen on Amazon in 2025 so far. Don't miss out on this deal; it ends on Monday, April 28. This special illustrated edition not only features stunning hand-drawn color illustrations by Tolkien himself but also includes detailed maps of Middle-Earth, deeper lore, extensive world-building, and the early histories of key characters throughout the epic saga. After J.R.R. Tolkien's passing, his son Christopher took on the monumental task of finishing and editing *The Silmarillion*, providing fans with an unparalleled glimpse into the storied author's vision for the world of Middle-Earth.

If you're new to Middle-Earth, be sure to check out our comprehensive guide to the *Lord of the Rings* books, which lists all of Tolkien's works in this beloved universe.

The Silmarillion: Illustrated Edition Is on Sale Now

The Silmarillion: Illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien

Was $75.00, Now $32.08 at Amazon

The Silmarillion delves deep into the early history of its fictional universe, Eä, and its various lands such as Valinor, Beleriand, Númenor, and Middle-Earth. Structured into five distinct parts, the book offers a wealth of lore exposition, extensive historical accounts of the First Age, and summaries of the Third Age stories familiar to fans from The Lord of the Rings.

The Lord of the Rings franchise has inspired numerous adaptations across different mediums, including Monolith's game Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor, crossover cards in Magic: The Gathering, and Prime Video's live-action series Rings of Power. In IGN's review of Rings of Power Season 2, it was noted that "[Season 2] does a great job portraying Sauron's machinations and his impact on those he manipulates, but too much time is spent on disconnected subplots delivering only mediocre intrigue and thin characters."