Originally published: [Tokyo] : Shogakukan Co., Ltd., 2011

Gives historical information on The Legend of Zelda franchise, including the history of Hyrule and the official chronology of the games

Includes bonus manga comic: The legend of Zelda : skyward sword / by Akira Himekawa

The Legend of Zelda franchise has set the industry standard for riveting game play and immersive story lines. With each game, players have discovered a story of destinies intertwined and heroes emerging from humble beginnings to overcome the most impossible of odds. Now, Dark Horse Books and Nintendo invite you to take an in-depth look at the creation of one of the most beloved gaming franchises of all time. Containing never-before-seen concept art, character designs, the official chronology of the games, the history of Hyrule, and much more, The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia brings an unprecedented look into the making of the Legend of Zelda series!

"All concept illustrations that originally contained handwritten notes in Japanese have been translated into English and updated for this version of the book."

Translated from the Japanese

On the 25th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda / Shigeru Miyamoto -- Legend begins: the world of Skyward sword. Introduction ; Those who hold the fate of the world in their hands ; Humans in the heavens and the tribes below ; Skyloft and the islands in the sky ; Sealed grounds ; Faron Woods ; Eldin Volcano ; Lanayru Desert ; Silent realm ; Monsters that haunt the surface -- 25th anniversary special illustration -- History of Hyrule: a chronology. A chronology of Hyrule, lands of the gods ; Legend of the goddesses and the hero ; Decline of Hyrule and the last hero ; Twilight realm and the legacy of the hero ; Hero winds and a new world -- Commemorative merchandise collection -- Creative footprints: documenting 25 years of artwork. The Legend of Zelda ; Adventure of Link: A link to the past ; Link's awakening ; Ocarina of time ; Majora's mask ; Wind maker ; Oracle of ages: Oracle of seasons ; Twilight princess ; Phantom hourglass ; Spirit tracks ; Changes in character design ; Game catalog -- Wrapping things up / Eiji Aonuma -- Special comic: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward sword / Akira Himekawa