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Censoring the Imagination: Challenges to Children's Books.

Authors :
Saltman, Judith
Source :
Emergency Librarian. Jan-Feb 1998 25(3):8-12.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

Presents a brief history of the censorship of children's books, and then focuses on recent challenges. The view of literature as a socializing force is discussed, and examples of challenged books in the United States and Canada are provided, illustrating different reasons for censorship on both sides of the political and social spectrum. (AEF)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0315-8888
Volume :
25
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Emergency Librarian
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ564187
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Opinion Papers<br />Reports - Descriptive