The Legend of Zelda franchise is not only a legendary series in the world of video games but also boasts an extensive collection of books that can delight any fan. From captivating manga to comprehensive lore encyclopedias, these books are ideal gifts for the Zelda enthusiast in your life or a fantastic way to enhance your own collection.
Although Amazon's April book sale has concluded, many of these titles are still available at discounted prices, making them excellent choices for thoughtful presents.
The Legend of Zelda Manga
The Legend of Zelda Complete Box Set
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The Legend of Zelda - Legendary Edition Box Set
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The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess Complete Box Set
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The Legend of Zelda: A Link to The Past
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Created by the talented Akira Himekawa, the Legend of Zelda manga series covers nearly the entire history of the games. With major series based on iconic titles such as Ocarina of Time and The Minish Cap, these manga are perfect for both newcomers to the genre and dedicated fans seeking a richer understanding of the game's universe. Each story can be purchased individually, but collectors might prefer the various box sets available. The 11-volume Twilight Princess Manga comes in its own box set, complete with the full story and a poster. Additionally, the Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past manga by Shotaro Ishinomori offers a concise and engaging read.
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedias
The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia
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The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia
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The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Creating a Champion
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For those looking to delve deeper into the lore, culture, and diverse races of Hyrule, the Legend of Zelda encyclopedias are invaluable resources. The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, released in 2013, was the first to officially establish the series' timeline. This timeline addresses the fan-theorized branching narrative that starts with Ocarina of Time, offering insights into the different paths where adult Link either defeats or fails to defeat Ganondorf.
Both The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia and Art & Artifacts provide even more detailed explorations of the universe, including exhaustive breakdowns of items, characters, and enemies, along with exclusive interviews with developers. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Creating a Champion, a companion to the 2017 game, is a hefty volume with over 400 pages of design artwork, concept art, historical insights into Hyrule, and interviews with key developers.
The Legend of Zelda Guides
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - The Complete Official Guide: Collector's Edition
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In the age of the internet, traditional video game strategy guides have become rare collectibles. Guides from publishers like Prima Games and Brady Games now command high prices. However, for the latest entry in the series, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, a comprehensive hardcover official guide is available for the Nintendo Switch. Spanning nearly 500 pages, this guide is an essential resource, covering everything from locating every Korok to mastering cooking recipes, solving dungeon puzzles, and strategizing for boss fights.
While similar information can be found online at IGN's guide, this physical copy adds a valuable and collectible item to your bookshelf.