The SilmarillionThe Silmarillion by J. R. R. Tolkien is the epic forerunner to the acclaimed The Lord of the Rings trilogy, providing a rich tapestry of the mythological history of Middle earth. Delving into the ancient past, it recounts the stirring events of the First and Second Ages and introduces some of the key characters who will later be pivotal in Tolkien's world, such as Galadriel, Elrond, Elendil, and the Dark Lord Sauron. The Silmarillion is a compendium