LEAF BY NIGGLE [Paperback] J.R.R. Tolkien

“Leaf by Niggle” is a poignant short story by J.R.R. Tolkien, first published in 1945. This allegorical tale delves into the life of Niggle, a painter whose ambition to create a perfect tree mirrors the challenges and distractions that hinder the completion of his artistic vision.

Synopsis: Niggle is a meticulous artist dedicated to painting a magnificent tree, but he is perpetually interrupted by various obligations and his own shortcomings. The narrative follows his journey through a surreal landscape, reflecting themes of creativity, duty, and the human condition. The story is often interpreted as an allegory of Tolkien’s own creative process and life.