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ISBN 13:
9780241536391
author:
DK
format:
Hardback
publisher:
DK
language:
English
Pages:
192
Dimensions:
19.9 x 15.5 x 2.1 centimetres (0
Genre:
History, Reference, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.56

Description

Banned Books: Exploring the Stories Behind Censorship The history of censorship is as old as the written word. From challenging racial and sexual norms to satirizing public figures, some books have been deemed too controversial for the public to read. This book delves into the stories behind these banned literary classics and seminal non-fiction titles. From the suppression of All Quiet on the Western Front to the uproar over Lady Chatterley's Lover, entries offer a fascinating chronological account of censorship and its impact on history. Packed with eye-opening insights into the history of literature and the political climate during periods of suppression or censorship, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in literature, creative writing, politics, history, or law. By examining the role that banned books have played in shaping our understanding of the world, this book provides a unique perspective on the power of literature to challenge and change society.

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