The Silmarillion

The Silmarillion


By: J.R.R. Tolkien
Reviewed by: Matt, 13
Rating: It was amazing!


This book chronicles the events of the little known creation of Middle Earth, and the First Age. The story line mainly concerns the elves, especially the Noldor; and their doings during,before and after the War of the Jewels. If you aren't familiar with the histories of Middle Earth, don't worry; all you need to know is:1) that though Sauron is in this, he is only the second to Morgoth (Melkor) who is much worse, and significantly more powerful.2) That there are these divine beings called the Valar who play an influential role in the beginning and end.3)Although, the elven bloodlines and houses are hard to keep track of, and it's quite a complicated read; once you're about 100 or so pages into it should start to make sense. As well as this, here-in is the story of the fall of Numenor, and a sumary of some of the great events of the third age. The Silmarillion is truly an excellent book, and is also a good way for Tolkien fans to enter into the History of Middle Earth.


Recommended to: any Lord of the Rings fans, or fantasy nerds, geeks or enthusiasts in general