About “Tree and Leaf”
Fairy-stories are not just for children, as discussed in Tolkien's essay 'On Fairy-Stories,' where he defends the genre against being seen as mere children's entertainment. His short story 'Leaf by Niggle' serves as an allegory of his own life and illustrates the themes of creativity and journey. The poem 'Mythopoeia' presents a philosophical debate between two characters about the creation of myths. These works were written during the early development of 'The Lord of the Rings' and demonstrate Tolkien's skill in crafting consistent and believable fantasy worlds. "Tree and Leaf" is a collection that showcases Tolkien's imaginative diversity, his knowledge of English history, and his talent for creating fantasy fiction.
Book details
- Published
- 1964
- Latest edition
- 2012 · ISBN 9780007388097
- ISBN
- 9780007388097
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| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Tree and Leaf | 2012 | 9780007388097 | Buy on Amazon |
| Tree and leaf | 1992 | 0261102613 | Buy on Amazon | |
| Tree and leaf | 1989 | 0395502322 | Buy on Amazon | |
| Tree and leaf | 1988 | 0044402546 | Buy on Amazon | |
| Tree and leaf | 1988 | 0044402538 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Tree and leaf | 1965 | — | Buy on Amazon |
| | Tree and leaf | 1965 | — | Buy on Amazon |
 | Tree and leaf | 1964 | 0048240133 | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Tree and Leaf?
Tree and Leaf by J.R.R. Tolkien has 101 pages.
