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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

The Silmarillion

by J.R.R. Tolkien
Aggregate Editorial Score45/100
#17,841of 98,734 books
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Published 1977English
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About This Book

J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion (1977) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. The Silmarillion (1977) establishes J.R.R. Tolkien as a significant voice in literary fiction, weaving together themes of identity, memory, and transformation.

Book Details

AuthorJ.R.R. Tolkien
Published1977
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score45/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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197745
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