Throughout the day we have noticed that many of you have been receiving your precious copies of Hyrule Historia, the fantastic art book dedicated to The Legend of Zelda franchise. We've been swooning over it here at NLife towers the moment it arrived, and we're sure you have been too.
It comes as no surprise that the wonderful 272-page book has topped Amazon's best sellers list in North America, after spending 92 days in the top 100. It topped the charts in August 2012, so it's great to see it return to its worthy position again.
The same can't be said for the UK however, as the nation has gone 'new year's resolution' mad with a plethora of diet books creeping into the top 10, leaving Link's book of adventures sitting in 9th position.
How have all you lovely readers been enjoying Hyrule Historia? Let us know if your copy arrived, and if you haven't purchased it yet, what are you waiting for?
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Apparently, America loves Zelda!
Some faith in humanity restored.
Ordering this as I type this. As a true Zelda fan, it must be mine!
At least 50 shades of gray is still #1
I found my lovely copy sitting on my doorstep when I arrived home today.
A book about a video game is a top seller?
I guess its the only way to get people to read.
mine should be arriving anytime tommorow
I don't have the history of Zelda book, but I do have the history of Sonic book, and it is AMAZING!
Well, that reminded me to order it.
I somehow missed hearing about this (feels sheepish).
@Knux Just what I was about to post.
How is The History of Sonic the Hedgehog not Number 1?
@MarioKenny1992 Its AWESOME!
Back on topic, this is great for a video game book. But I wonder how a Mario book would sell?
$11 dollars away from wii u. CAN'T. STOP. NOW. I'll probably make a request at the library so I don't have to pay
@AmazingPopo_Man I feel the exact same! I'm actually getting tomorrow when it comes out. I see you're also excited for Wind Waker HD.
@Ibrahim77
I sure am! And I actually did just order mine!
I want to buy this, but I also want a 3DS XL
@AmazingPopo_Man I can't wait for Wind Waker HD either! My current favorite Zelda game being remade for the Wii U was the most exciting thing about the Nintendo Direct.
Edit: $20? I'll probably give in by tomorrow...
As it should be.
i ordered mine, and i'm waiting for it in the mail. got it on amazon, and i'm really jealous of everyone who already has theirs ): anybody willing to give me their copy in exchange for a kidney?
I seriously thought this was the best selling book in the U.S. in general, lol.
I guess I was as surprised as the title is misleading.
Mine arrived today. I had initially purchased it just because it was Zelda and it looked kinda neat. Wow, it has blown me away, it is absolutely gorgeous.
Mine has not arrived yet, no. Probably soon enough.
What am I waiting for? For payday so I have the money to get it.
@Pikminsi Keep in mind it is only that cheap because it is a pre-order. So order tonight or forever hold your peace.
I just ordered mine!
@QyetCapri Ya, I just noticed that and ordered mine Can't wait for it to come
I got so lucky to find this article!
I just bought it!!! The only thing keeping zelda from being bigger than 50 shades is that for every gamer there is a mother and sometimes a girlfriend.
That's great to hear! America has good taste it seems, which is news to me.
I need to order mine.
Once Im finished with school, I'm going to order that book of kor-I mean Hyrule Historia
@Syntax - Nice save there.
I can't wait to get myself a copy of this. I'm also really happy that it was at the top of the list for so long. GO ZELDA!!1!
I'm hoping for a Kindle Fire edition.
mine should come in sometime this week
Sucks being on a strict budget. I had to cancel my order today.
@allav866 that's sucks man at least its not going anywhere with that kind of popularity.
Ordered mine back on Aug 22, hasn't shipped yet. Supposed to arrive by friday so I'll probably receive it next week.
@allav866 I feel your pain, if I hadn't preordered it, there'd be no way I could afford it now.
is this available in digital format?
I have my limited edition pre-order waiting on me, so I'm not picking up the standard edition. Looks like an amazing book no matter what edition you pick up though!
Can't wait!
I may snag a copy of this after my next payday.
Got mine on Saturday and its beautiful. And it also doubles as a lethal weapon that could honestly be used to beat someone to death with.
@SMEXIZELDAMAN at least?? That book is garbage.
It hasn't been released in Spain yet. I want it1
Mine just arrived in Belgium. Very nice quality.
Amazon haven't shipped mine yet and I live in Australia so I'll be waiting a while:(
Hoping my copy arrives today, if not it'll arrive tomorrow. Have the day off tomorrow so can sit for a couple of hours and give it a proper read!
@allav866 Ugh, that sucks. Hopefully you can pick one up again!
''It comes as no surprise that the wonderful 272-page book has topped Amazon's best sellers list in North America''
Well, it surely came as a surprise to me! Actually I'm flabbergasted! This is great news but I didn't think people love Zelda this much. I thought books like this would remain in relative obscurity.
I want this SOOO bad!!! Maybe I'll get it for my birthday.
Meh,50 Shades of Grey is better,best paint book ever.
It's been a cold winter and firewood is expensive.
Hopefully i can get myself one this week, really want it,sucks i wasn't able to get the limited edition one though.
I MUST HAVE THIS ...
Pre-ordered (stupid since it was released yesterday).
Screw twilight! this is what REAL men read!
It has arrive to my apartment IT HAS BEGUN
Just ordered mine a couple of hours ago.
Oh gosh. i was too broke to get this. now i have extra $$ 4 this but it seems like the limited edition wont be available @ this point, right? -_- ill seach tonight.
where the heck is my review? i thought NintyLife was reviewing the book! they've reviewed other books! i want answers!
@WindWakerLink
if your talking about the one with gold laced pages i think i remeber reading that it wont come out till later part of feburary
Love it so far. I opened it the other day and flipped thru it, was nothing but giddy and excited. Probably won't have time to actually sink into it till the weekend.
NEED THIS!
Mine came in the mail today, and this book is just... so good. It's truly amazing to look at and read, and it really shows just how much detail was put into the designs and story. If you are at all a Zelda fan, you need to have this book.
Where's the Mario Edition?
Just purchase a Copy from Amazon. Have to wait 3 weeks for shipping till arrive at my country but absolutely worth it.
@mudjo yes we do pre-order it at ebgames https://ebgames.com.au/loot-159499-The-Legend-of-Zelda-Hyrule-Historia-Hardcover-Book-Loot
Got mine today in the mail!
I really want this book, I need this book. I have to find out where I can get one.
My local comic shop got in four of them on wednesday, 3 remained after I left. I wonder if any are left. I know a few people who want one.
I must get around to buying this...
I just received mine (sent day one, received two weeks after in europe). It's a very good book with lots of artwork and history. Shame 1/4th of it is dedicated to Skyward Sword though.
I think Hyrule Historia is seriously the BEST BOOK EVER!!! I love all the more clear storyline and artwork. Just amazing.
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