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Read These Banned Books

A Journal and 52-Week Reading Challenge from the American Library Association
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Read These Banned Books from the American Library Association invites readers to take a year-long challenge exploring 52 banned or challenged titles, both modern and classic. Each book comes with insights from the ALA and writing prompts to reflect on the themes and controversies, fostering an understanding of literary censorship. The volume also includes a reading log and an appendix featuring the 100 Most Banned and Challenged Books from 2010-2019, as well as guidance on combating book banning.
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From the American Library Association comes a must-read challenge for book lovers and literary activists to explore!

The American Library Association presents a must-read banned book for every week of the year in this beautiful book lover's reading log.

Expand your reading list and stand against literary censorship with this one-year reading challenge and book journal! Featuring 52 modern and classic books that have been challenged or banned, from The Hunger Games to Maus, this book log includes ALA's insights into each title as well as writing prompts for further reflection. A perfect holiday stocking stuffer, birthday present, or gift for bibliophiles, librarians, teachers and educators, activists, and rebel readers of all genres!

Includes:

  • 52 banned, censored, or challenged book recommendations and the reasons they were banned
  • Room to reflect on each book and how you can relate to it as you complete the challenge
  • Pages for your personal reading log, perfect for sharing on social media or with friends
  • An appendix highlighting the 100 Most Banned and Challenged Books from 2010-2019 and information about how you can help fight book banning.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728268811

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 December 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks, Inc

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 351g

Pages: 240

About the Author

The American Library Association is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that promotes libraries and library education internationally. It is the oldest and largest library association in the world, with more than 57,000 members.

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