--- product_id: 78430047 title: "The Silmarillion" price: "NZ$28" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/78430047-the-silmarillion store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # Perfect hand-held size Epic lore condensed Durable hardcover The Silmarillion **Price:** NZ$28 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Own the legend, hold the legacy. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Silmarillion - **How much does it cost?** NZ$28 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/78430047-the-silmarillion) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic Design:** Perfectly sized to fit comfortably in your hand—ideal for reading on the go or cozy nights in. - • **Premium Durability:** Crafted with a long-lasting hardcover to withstand countless re-reads and shelf pride. - • **Join a Global Fandom:** With over 22,000 rave reviews and top rankings in epic fantasy, owning this book means belonging to a passionate community. - • **Compact Yet Comprehensive:** A fast-paced, concise narrative that keeps you hooked without overwhelming your schedule. - • **Dive into Middle-earth Origins:** Unlock the legendary backstory of Tolkien’s universe, from the dawn of Arda to your favorite characters. ## Overview The Silmarillion by HarperCollins is a durable, perfectly sized hardcover print book that offers a concise yet rich exploration of Tolkien’s Middle-earth origins. Highly rated with 4.6 stars from over 22,000 reviews, it ranks prominently in epic and military fantasy categories, making it a must-have for serious fans and collectors alike. ## Description From the Publisher Review: A must read for fans of Tolkien and middle earth. - The contents of the book is really great. You would be able to learn a great deal of the history of middle earth and aman that is all of arda, as it tells the story from the begining. You would be able to understand the origins of a lot of your favourite lotr characters such as galdriel, elrond, gandalf and many more. But the book is very concise and as a result its pace is really fast. You may have a bit of a problem to keep up as a lot happens within just a few pages. (Now about the product, the book came in good condition, but could have been better, as the prints on each page is almost near the margins.) Review: Perfect Size - Book dimensions are just perfect. Book fits right into your hand. Loved the minimalist cover design. ## Features - HarperCollins - It is durable and long lasting - It ensures you get the best usage for a longer period ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #9,639 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #34 in Epic Fantasy (Books) #50 in Military Fantasy (Books) #65 in Myths, Legends & Sagas | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 22,641 Reviews | ## Images ![The Silmarillion - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wn2aEP8oL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must read for fans of Tolkien and middle earth. *by A***Y on 16 April 2024* The contents of the book is really great. You would be able to learn a great deal of the history of middle earth and aman that is all of arda, as it tells the story from the begining. You would be able to understand the origins of a lot of your favourite lotr characters such as galdriel, elrond, gandalf and many more. But the book is very concise and as a result its pace is really fast. You may have a bit of a problem to keep up as a lot happens within just a few pages. (Now about the product, the book came in good condition, but could have been better, as the prints on each page is almost near the margins.) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Size *by S***K on 21 January 2026* Book dimensions are just perfect. Book fits right into your hand. Loved the minimalist cover design. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Magical, Awe-inspiring, a Perfect Elixir for Islets of Escape from the Sea of Reality *by S***. on 22 July 2021* I for one am fond of the dated, courtly prose that graces the pages of "The Lord of the Rings", the three books of which I read in a week flat. Coming across online discussions by fans of Tolkien's works, I gathered that "The Silmarillion" was a tough read, or at least not so thrilling in its prose as "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings". Allured by such prose as I am, I bought this book and commenced reading it in order to challenge my comprehension; not so much to learn about the history of Arda. And I found myself reading six chapters daily (the first day involved reading Ainulindalë, Valaquenta and following six chapters). In this way, I finished the book in five days (24 chapters and subsequent additions). It would be an understatement to say that I was enthralled. The prose was to me delightful beyond measure, but the story itself is so gripping and descriptions therein so vivid, that I found myself liking the book more than the Lord of the Rings. I would recommend that this be read by every Tolkien fan. This book is but one of the many testimonies to the tall stature of J.R.R. Tolkien in the literary sphere, but given how vital to his universe it is, I would regard it as more important in terms of content than The Lord of the Rings. ## Frequently Bought Together - HarperCollins The Silmarillion - HarperCollins Publishers Ltd The Hobbit - The Lord of the Rings : Boxed Set --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/78430047-the-silmarillion](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/78430047-the-silmarillion) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*