{"title":"Robin Vose","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Robin Vose, a distinguished author and historian whose insights into the intricate world of historical censorship have earned critical acclaim. Specialising in \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e, Vose delves into complex subjects with clarity and depth, bringing to light stories that have often been hidden or overlooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Index of Prohibited Books\u003c\/em\u003e. This compelling book explores the historical context and impact of censorship throughout the ages. Vose masterfully navigates the evolution of forbidden works, shedding light on the socio-political influences that shaped literary censorship. Readers will discover how these bans reflect broader struggles for power and control over knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRobin Vose's works are essential for anyone looking to understand the dynamics that have influenced freedom of thought and expression throughout history. His articulate and accessible writing style makes complex historical narratives engaging and enlightening for both enthusiasts and scholars. Dive into Robin Vose's collection and uncover the fascinating stories behind the censorship of knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-index-of-prohibited-books-by-robin-vose-9781789146578","title":"The Index of Prohibited Books","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe first comprehensive history of the Catholic Church's notorious\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eIndex\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e, with resonance for ongoing debates over banned books, censorship, and free speech.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than four hundred years, the Catholic Church's \u003ci\u003eIndex Librorum Prohibitorum\u003c\/i\u003e struck terror into the hearts of authors, publishers, and booksellers around the world, while arousing ridicule and contempt from many others, especially those in Protestant and non-Christian circles. Biased, inconsistent, and frequently absurd in its attempt to ban objectionable texts of every conceivable description—with sometimes fatal consequences—the Index also reflected the deep learning and careful consideration of many hundreds of intellectual contributors over the long span of its storied evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book constitutes the first full study of the \u003ci\u003eIndex of Prohibited Books\u003c\/i\u003e to be published in English. It examines the reasons behind the Church's attempts to censor religious, scientific, and artistic works, and considers not only why this most sustained of campaigns failed, but what lessons can be learned for today's debates over freedom of expression and cancel culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850132869356,"sku":"9781789146578","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27994823482824.jpg?v=1759080102"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/robin-vose.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}