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Originally Posted by Rizla
Publishers go for series because they make more money.
Tried reading the Silmarillion once. Put it down then read the lot. As I was reading the saga of Beren and Luthien, I got it, and was hooked.
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Yes, one can't blame Tolkien. It's about $.
Silmarillion was initially tough for me too. I started it several times before finishing it.
I think most people expect another LOTR-type saga, which it isn't exactly. But still a worthwhile book, in my opinion.