The Legend of Zelda is not just a legendary video game franchise from Nintendo; it's also a treasure trove of books that can enrich any fan's collection. From captivating manga series to in-depth lore encyclopedias, these books are perfect for gifting to the Zelda enthusiast in your life or for enhancing your own bookshelf.
Even though Amazon's April book sale has concluded, many of these titles are still available at discounted prices, making them excellent gift options for the foreseeable future.
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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Akira Himekawa's Legend of Zelda manga series offers a comprehensive journey through the franchise's history, featuring adaptations of iconic titles like Ocarina of Time and The Minish Cap. These manga are ideal for both newcomers to the genre and avid fans seeking deeper world-building. Each story can be purchased individually, but collectors will appreciate the various box sets available.
The 11-volume Twilight Princess Manga comes in its own boxed set, complete with the full story and a poster. Additionally, Shotaro Ishinomori's The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is a concise and engaging read that's also available.
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 craving a more educational experience, the Legend of Zelda encyclopedias offer an extensive exploration of Hyrule's lore, culture, and its diverse races. The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, released in 2013, provided the first officially established timeline, shedding light on the branching paths that fans had long speculated about, which originated in Ocarina of Time. This timeline features one branch where adult Link defeats Ganondorf and another where he doesn't, providing fascinating context for various game settings.
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia and Art & Artifacts delve even deeper into the universe, offering detailed analyses 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 and 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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While the internet has transformed the landscape of video game strategy guides, older guides from publishers like Prima Games and Brady Games have become valuable collector's items. However, a massive hardcover official guide for 2023's Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom remains available for the Nintendo Switch. This nearly 500-page guide is an exhaustive resource, covering everything from Korok locations and cooking recipes to dungeon solutions and boss fight strategies.
While similar information can be found in IGN's guide to the game, this physical edition is a splendid addition to any Zelda fan's shelf.