Abstract
Student paper award, Mythcon 2013. Abrahamson makes a particularly convincing case for the validity of fanfiction by applying Tolkien’s own statements about the “dominion of the author,” the “Cauldron of Story,” and subcreation to the issue. Discusses Tolkien’s experiences with early fanwork and his own use of sources as an author.
Recommended Citation
Abrahamson, Megan B.
(2013)
"J.R.R. Tolkien, Fanfiction, and "The Freedom of the Reader","
Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature: Vol. 32
:
No.
1
, Article 5.
Available at:
https://dc.swosu.edu/mythlore/vol32/iss1/5
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