What Happened to High Fantasy?

[Evorath]

Does anyone have any suggestions for epic high fantasy to read. I have been reading some enjoyable books recently, but I find that many new books don't have the depth I am looking for. I mean Tolkien-like depth. I want a unique world with lots of a magic and a rich history. It seems like there is not as much of this floating around. Does anyone write/read this type of book series still?

 

[HareBrain]

Have you tried Steven Erikson's Malazan series? The world has great depth, tons of magic and as much history as anyone can cope with. I found I'd had enough after seven books, but they have many committed fans, and I'd say they're definitely worth a try. If you like them, you're set for months.

ETA: I would add, though, they're not very Tolkien-like, being very gritty in parts.

 

[Tower75]

Wheel of Time series? I hear good things about it.

 

[Vince W]

Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn Trilogy by Tad Williams.

Or try Dennis L. McKiernan. Essentially Tolkien fan-fic. I found it dreadful, but others seem to like it.