The Legend of Zelda is not only a cornerstone of Nintendo's gaming legacy but also boasts an extensive collection of literature that can delight any fan. Whether you're looking to gift a Zelda enthusiast or enhance your own collection, the range of books available offers something for everyone.
Although Amazon's April book sale has concluded, many of these titles are still available at discounted prices, making them excellent gift options.
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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The Legend of Zelda manga, crafted by Akira Himekawa, covers a vast swath of the franchise's history, adapting many of the mainline games like Ocarina of Time and The Minish Cap into captivating stories. These manga are perfect for newcomers eager to explore manga or dedicated fans seeking to delve deeper into the world of Hyrule. Each story can be purchased individually, but collectors might prefer the various box sets available.
The 11-volume Twilight Princess Manga comes with its own boxed set, complete with the full story and a poster. Additionally, Shotaro Ishinomori's Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past manga 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 interested in a more educational experience, the Legend of Zelda encyclopedias provide an in-depth exploration of Hyrule's lore, cultures, and diverse races. The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, released in 2013, was the first to officially establish the series' timeline, clarifying the branching paths that originated from Ocarina of Time—one where adult Link defeats Ganondorf, and another where he does not. This insight is crucial for understanding the settings of various games within the series.
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia and Art & Artifacts further enrich the universe with detailed analyses of items, characters, and enemies, along with exclusive developer interviews. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Creating a Champion, a hefty 400-page companion to the 2017 game, offers an extensive collection of design and concept art, historical context of 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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While the internet has largely replaced traditional video game strategy guides, older guides from publishers like Prima Games and Brady Games have become valuable collector's items. However, a comprehensive hardcover guide for 2023's The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is currently available for the Nintendo Switch. Spanning nearly 500 pages, this guide is an exhaustive resource, detailing everything from Korok locations and cooking recipes to dungeon solutions and boss fight strategies.
For those who prefer digital resources, IGN's guide to the game is also available, but the physical guide offers a tangible addition to any Zelda enthusiast's collection.
What's Your Favorite Legend of Zelda Game?
- The Legend of Zelda
- Zelda II: The Adventure of Link
- A Link to the Past
- Link's Awakening
- Ocarina of Time
- Majora's Mask
- Oracle of Ages/ Oracle of Seasons
- Wind Waker
- Four Swords Adventures
- The Minish Cap
- Twilight Princess
- Phantom Hourglass
- Spirit Tracks
- Skyward Sword
- A Link Between Worlds
- Triforce Heroes
- Breath of the Wild
- Tears of the Kingdom
- Echoes of Wisdom
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