Includes bibliographical references (pages 104-109) and index.
Contents:
What is censorship? -- Banned! -- Censorship in schools -- Both sides of the issue -- The internet and freedom of expression -- Public libraries and censorship -- Monitoring mass media -- Censorship around the world -- An ongoing issue.
Summary:
Defines censorship and discusses how it applies in the information-centered environment of the twenty-first century, citing both current and past examples of book banning and book challenges.
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