"Leaf by Niggle" is one of Tolkien’s lesser-known works, a short work which Tolkien noted in a letter to Stanley Unwin “cost me no pains at all” (Letters of JRR Tolkien 98). This was a rarity, because Tolkien notoriously plodded through his writings and revised extensively.
“Leaf by Niggle” introduces us to Niggle, a painter “who had a long journey to make” but “did not want to go, indeed the whole idea was distasteful to him”.
Instead of planning for his journey, he consumed himself with his painting and “a good many odd jobs for his neighbor” which he saw as an annoyance and a waste of time but because “he was kindhearted, in a way” could not turn down.
An inspiring and exceptional saga of loss, life, and the strength of the human spirit. When Andy Dufresne is falsely imprisoned for the murder of his wife, so begins his journey towards truth and freedom.
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Product Description Offering a wealth of maps and geographic routes for 28 books, this guide illustrates how to teach with literary maps, taking students on a journey through real and imaginary terrains. Entries span a range of genres and literary formats (including novels, dramas, and diaries); each follows a book's protagonist through space and time, covering places visited as well as historical figures, customs, cultures, and events. Geographic summaries, itemized itineraries, and detailed maps help students trace each character's journey and comprehend the geographic scale of action. As a prelude to reading, the maps can help disadvantaged readers better understand the stories and settings of a book, which will significantly enhance any student's reading experience. Instruction on marking maps with notes and arrows will help students prepare for college-level classes as they organize their work, simplify confusing elements, outline chronology, and incorporate additional reading and research.
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