The works of J. R. R. Tolkien have gained immense popularity once again thanks to Peter Jackson's film adaptation of The Lord of the Rings. Not least, The Lord of the Rings captivates readers because it creates an impression of authenticity, depicting a truly existing world where good battles evil and every creature has its place in the story. A significant contribution to this effect comes from Tolkien's older and lesser-known work: The Silmarillion. It tells of times that are frequently referenced in The Lord of the Rings. This book places The Silmarillion at the center of literary analysis and asks: To what extent does this work of Tolkien possess its own fascination, possibly with a worldview that differs from that in The Lord of the Rings? After an introduction to the topic, it delves into.