Essays, Analysis & History Ages 16+
The Legend of Zelda and Philosophy: I Link Therefore I Am
Luke Cuddy (Editor)
A collection of essays exploring philosophical themes in Zelda: time, identity, morality, and the nature of heroism.
Books for Ocarina of Time Fans
6 books related to Ocarina of Time.
Ocarina of Time split the Zelda timeline in three, so it has more books tied to it than almost any other game on the shelf.
The Akira Himekawa manga adaptation is the single best starting point — it's where most readers begin, and it's the most widely translated Zelda manga. Beyond that, Ocarina is central to Hyrule Historia's timeline reveal and features heavily in the Encyclopedia and Art & Artifacts. Strategy guides are mostly out of print; the manga plus the lore books are the practical pick.
Essays, Analysis & History Ages 16+
The Legend of Zelda and Theology
Jonathan L. Walls
An exploration of religious and theological themes woven throughout the Zelda series: creation myths, sacred relics, and the nature of good and evil.
Official Art & Lore Ages 10+
The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia
Nintendo, Eiji Aonuma, Akira Himekawa
The first book to reveal the official Zelda timeline, packed with concept art and developer commentary.
Manga Ages 8-14
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition Box Set
Akira Himekawa
All five Legendary Edition volumes in one collectible box set: the complete Himekawa Zelda manga collection (excluding Twilight Princess).
Manga Ages 8-14
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Akira Himekawa
Akira Himekawa's beloved manga adaptation of Ocarina of Time. The Legendary Edition collects both volumes in one book.
Essays, Analysis & History Ages 16+
The Psychology of Zelda: Linking Our World to the Legend of Zelda Series
Anthony M. Bean (Editor)
Psychologists explore why Zelda resonates so deeply, from Link's hero's journey to the therapeutic power of gaming.