Official Legend of Zelda Books and Manga: A Reader's Guide

The Legend of Zelda stands out as one of Nintendo's most cherished and popular video game franchises. Yet, beyond the interactive adventures, there's a treasure trove of books that can captivate any Zelda enthusiast. From engaging manga to comprehensive lore encyclopedias, these books are perfect gifts for the Zelda fanatic in your life or a delightful addition to your own collection.

Although Amazon's April book sale has concluded, many of these titles are still available at discounted prices, making them excellent gift choices.

The Legend of Zelda Manga

### The Legend of Zelda Complete Box Set

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The Legend of Zelda manga, crafted by Akira Himekawa, covers nearly the entire history of the game series, with major manga adaptations based on many of the mainline titles like Ocarina of Time and The Minish Cap. These manga are perfect for newcomers eager to explore the medium or die-hard fans seeking deeper world-building. Each story is available individually, but collectors can also opt for various boxed sets.

The 11-volume Twilight Princess manga comes in its own boxed set, complete with the entire story and a poster. Additionally, the Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past manga by Shotaro Ishinomori offers a compelling and quick read, also available for purchase.

The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedias

### The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia

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For those interested in a more educational dive into the world of Zelda, the encyclopedias offer a deep exploration into Hyrule's lore, culture, and its diverse races. The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, released in 2013, was the first to provide an officially established timeline. It addresses fan theories about the branching timeline that starts with Ocarina of Time, where one path leads to adult Link defeating Ganondorf and another where he doesn't, offering insights into the settings of past and future games.

The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia and Art & Artifacts delve even further into the universe, providing detailed breakdowns of items, characters, and enemies, along with exclusive developer interviews. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Creating a Champion is a comprehensive 400+ page companion to the 2017 game, filled with design artwork, concept art, a history of Hyrule, and developer interviews.

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 collector's items, with older guides from publishers like Prima Games and Brady Games now commanding high prices. However, there's a massive hardcover official guide for 2023's Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom available for the Nintendo Switch. This nearly 500-page guide is a comprehensive resource, covering everything from Korok locations and cooking recipes to dungeon solutions and boss fight strategies.

While you can find similar information in IGN's online guide, the physical copy is a valuable addition to any fan's shelf.