--- product_id: 4595689 title: "The Book of Lost Tales 1" price: "S$39" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/4595689-the-book-of-lost-tales-1 store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # Foundational world-building Earliest Middle-earth lore Edited by Christopher Tolkien The Book of Lost Tales 1 **Price:** S$39 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📚 Unlock the lost legends that forged Middle-earth’s magic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Book of Lost Tales 1 - **How much does it cost?** S$39 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/4595689-the-book-of-lost-tales-1) ## 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 - • **Compact & Portable Paperback:** Take this treasure trove of fantasy history anywhere, perfect for on-the-go inspiration. - • **Dive into Tolkien’s Origins:** Explore the earliest drafts and lost tales that shaped Middle-earth’s mythology. - • **Unlock the Roots of Iconic Characters:** Discover original versions of Elves, Dwarves, Orcs, and legendary artifacts like the Silmarils. - • **Expertly Curated by Christopher Tolkien:** Gain exclusive insights with detailed commentary from Tolkien’s son and literary executor. - • **Essential for the True Tolkien Enthusiast:** A must-have companion for readers who crave deeper understanding beyond The Silmarillion. ## Overview The Book of Lost Tales 1 is the foundational volume in The History of Middle-earth series, presenting J.R.R. Tolkien’s earliest narratives and world-building concepts. Edited by Christopher Tolkien, it offers rare insights into the evolution of Middle-earth’s mythology, including original tales of Elves, Dwarves, and iconic elements like the Silmarils. Ideal for dedicated Tolkien fans seeking to deepen their understanding of the legendarium’s origins. ## Description The extraordinary history of Middle-earth, edited by Christopher Tolkien The Book of Lost Tales stands at the beginning of the entire conception of Middle-earth and Valinor. Embedded in English legend and English association, they were set in the narrative frame of a great westward voyage over the Ocean by a mariner named Eriol (or Ælfwine) to Tol Eressëa, the Lonely Isle, where Elves dwelt; from them he learned their true history, the Lost Tales of Elfinesse. In the Tales are found the earliest accounts and original ideas of Gods and Elves; Dwarves and Orcs; the Silmarils and the Two Trees of Valinor; Nargothrond and Gondolin; and the geography and cosmology of the invented world. Praise for Book of Lost Tales 1 “In these tales we have the scholar joyously gamboling in the thickets of his imagination. . . . A commentary and notes greatly enrich the quest.” — The Daily Telegraph “Affords us an almost over-the-shoulder view into the evolving creative process and genius of J.R.R. Tolkien in a new, exciting aspect . . .The superb, sensitive, and extremely helpful commentary and editing done by Christopher Tolkien make all of this possible.” —Mythlore Review: Volume 1 of the History of Middle Earth - My title really says it all. This book is excellent, but... It is only for people so into Tolkien, Middle Earth, and its lore, that they'd want to read early drafts, never published revisions, and tales abandoned along the way. Some of them are good, some are terrible and were abandoned for a reason. They all provide valuable insights for the Tolkien student. If that last term doesn't describe you, give this a pass. It's not for you. It will bore you to tears. Review: For those that have read The Silmarillion, To Rock! - THIS IS the book one should read after reading The Silmarillion. If you've just finished reading The Silmarillion and you want to go on to the next volume, well this is it. This book begins the "Histories Of Middle-Earth." That means that you are reading the stories of The Silmarillion in earlier forms. I DO BELIEVE that one should have read The Silmarillion before going into the "Histories Of Middle-Earth" in order to have an understanding of the back stories and some knowledge of who's who. You get to see a lot more of the details of things that happen in The Silmarillion. These have enough differences to keep the readers interest and yet having read the ultimately published works gives them an ease to read. This IS required reading for every Tolkien student. And if you want to REALLY understand what you've read about Middle-Earth then this is your next step. This is the small paperback printing which is great and easy to have with you all the time. ## Features - j.r.r. tolkien ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #266,787 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #138 in Science Fiction History & Criticism #2,245 in Short Stories & Anthologies #3,108 in Sword & Sorcery Fantasy (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,301 Reviews | ## Images ![The Book of Lost Tales 1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91sB9DrnM3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Volume 1 of the History of Middle Earth *by A***A on April 29, 2024* My title really says it all. This book is excellent, but... It is only for people so into Tolkien, Middle Earth, and its lore, that they'd want to read early drafts, never published revisions, and tales abandoned along the way. Some of them are good, some are terrible and were abandoned for a reason. They all provide valuable insights for the Tolkien student. If that last term doesn't describe you, give this a pass. It's not for you. It will bore you to tears. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For those that have read The Silmarillion, To Rock! *by B***Y on December 8, 2015* THIS IS the book one should read after reading The Silmarillion. If you've just finished reading The Silmarillion and you want to go on to the next volume, well this is it. This book begins the "Histories Of Middle-Earth." That means that you are reading the stories of The Silmarillion in earlier forms. I DO BELIEVE that one should have read The Silmarillion before going into the "Histories Of Middle-Earth" in order to have an understanding of the back stories and some knowledge of who's who. You get to see a lot more of the details of things that happen in The Silmarillion. These have enough differences to keep the readers interest and yet having read the ultimately published works gives them an ease to read. This IS required reading for every Tolkien student. And if you want to REALLY understand what you've read about Middle-Earth then this is your next step. This is the small paperback printing which is great and easy to have with you all the time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good read. *by A***R on April 24, 2020* Nice addition of more detail to previously mentioned subjects. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Book of Lost Tales 1(The History of Middle-Earth, Vol. 1) - The Book of Lost Tales, Part Two (The History of Middle-Earth, Vol. 2) - The Lays of Beleriand (The History of Middle-Earth, Vol. 3) --- ## 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.sg/products/4595689-the-book-of-lost-tales-1](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/4595689-the-book-of-lost-tales-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-10-26*