Of Scandal and Censorship
An Analysis of banned books
Many pieces of literature have been banned across the world for many centuries. Each banning and
censorship holds its own story of oppression. Whether condemned by governments, or churches, or
citizens who lack a sense of understanding and acceptance, all of these books have been in some way
challenged.
In an age in which the world is easily able to jump from continent to continent on an airplane, and
share ideas in seconds over the world wide web, it has grown increasingly important that we
understand other cultures outside of our own communities. This site stands as a plea to keep our eyes
open to the diversity of the world. This site stands as a plea to keep our minds open to ideas that differ
from our own. This site stands as a plea to keep our hearts open to all.
Stand against oppression and support your local library, read a banned book today!
Banned Literature

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