This is the category for pages marked as non-canon.
In the context of Tolkien and his legendarium, the term "non-canonical" refers to elements, stories, or information that are not considered part of the official and accepted canon established by Tolkien himself. The canon, in this case, comprises the works that Tolkien wrote and published during his lifetime, including "The Hobbit," "The Lord of the Rings," and various other writings such as "The Silmarillion."
Tolkien's legendarium is a vast and intricate mythology that encompasses a rich history, diverse cultures, and numerous characters. However, not all of Tolkien's writings and notes were published or fully integrated into the main narrative. Some of his unfinished or abandoned works, as well as writings that were edited or revised after his death, fall into the category of non-canonical material.
Fans and scholars often distinguish between the "published" or "primary" canon and the "unpublished" or "secondary" canon. The latter includes various drafts, notes, and essays that provide additional insights into Tolkien's creative process and the development of his fictional world. While these materials can be valuable for understanding Tolkien's intentions and ideas, they are not considered part of the core narrative.
One notable example of non-canonical material is "The History of Middle-earth" series, edited by Christopher Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien's son. This series comprises twelve volumes that explore the evolution of Tolkien's stories through drafts, revisions, and abandoned concepts. While these volumes provide a fascinating glimpse into the author's creative process, they are not considered authoritative for understanding the definitive version of the legendarium.
Fans and scholars need to be aware of the distinction between canonical and non-canonical material to have a clear understanding of the intended narrative and to avoid confusion about the authenticity of certain details within Tolkien's expansive fictional universe.
In the context of Tolkien and his legendarium, the term "non-canonical" refers to elements, stories, or information that are not considered part of the official and accepted canon established by Tolkien himself. The canon, in this case, comprises the works that Tolkien wrote and published during his lifetime, including "The Hobbit," "The Lord of the Rings," and various other writings such as "The Silmarillion."
Tolkien's legendarium is a vast and intricate mythology that encompasses a rich history, diverse cultures, and numerous characters. However, not all of Tolkien's writings and notes were published or fully integrated into the main narrative. Some of his unfinished or abandoned works, as well as writings that were edited or revised after his death, fall into the category of non-canonical material.
Fans and scholars often distinguish between the "published" or "primary" canon and the "unpublished" or "secondary" canon. The latter includes various drafts, notes, and essays that provide additional insights into Tolkien's creative process and the development of his fictional world. While these materials can be valuable for understanding Tolkien's intentions and ideas, they are not considered part of the core narrative.
One notable example of non-canonical material is "The History of Middle-earth" series, edited by Christopher Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien's son. This series comprises twelve volumes that explore the evolution of Tolkien's stories through drafts, revisions, and abandoned concepts. While these volumes provide a fascinating glimpse into the author's creative process, they are not considered authoritative for understanding the definitive version of the legendarium.
Fans and scholars need to be aware of the distinction between canonical and non-canonical material to have a clear understanding of the intended narrative and to avoid confusion about the authenticity of certain details within Tolkien's expansive fictional universe.
