Banned Books by DK Publishing & Victoria Heyworth-Dunne

Banned Books: The World's Most Controversial Books, Past and Present
by DK Publishing & Edited by Victoria Heyworth-Dunne

Think for yourself and engage the stories behind the most shocking and infamous books ever published!

Censorship of one form or another has existed almost as long as the written word. While definitions of what is deemed “acceptable” in published works have shifted over the centuries and from culture to culture.

Banned Books explores why some of the world’s most important literary classics and revolutionary non-fiction titles were once deemed too controversial for the public to read – whether for challenging racial or sexual norms or satirizing public figures. Even quite simply being deemed unfit for young readers. From the banning of All Quiet on the Western Front and the repeated suppression of On the Origin of the Species, to 1984, Fahrenheit 451, Catcher in the Rye and Huckleberry Fin. This essential anthology for literature lovers is a must-have. This volume examines the astonishing role that some banned books have played in changing history.

Packed with eye-opening insights into the history of the written word. As well as the political and social climate during the period of suppression or censorship.

This is a must-read for anyone interested in literature and creative writing. Sure to enjoy are also lovers of politics and history with law and legislative politics being a directly related matter of interest.

The WOW factor is endless in this compelling collection of the world’s most controversial books.

What You Shall Discover:
>> Covers a broad range of genres and subject areas in fiction and non-fiction, ranging from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to Spycatcher
> Offers informative insights into society, politics, law, and religious beliefs, in different countries around the world
>> Features images of first editions and specially commissioned illustrations of the books’ authors
> Includes extracts from the banned books along with key quotations about them
>> Completely global in scope

A must-have volume for avid readers and literary scholars alike. Alongside those with an interest in the law and politics, especially pertaining to censorship.

Banned Books profiles a selection of the most infamous and intriguing as well as always controversial books ever written.

All while offering a unique perspective on the history of the written word. With insights into the often-surprising reasons books have been banned throughout history and across the world.

A gem regardless of the intention to give as a gift or a personal purchase.

This brilliant book is a must-have addition to the library of curious thinkers and borrowers as well as lifelong learners.

If you enjoy Banned Books, there’s more to enjoy from the publisher’s series. Great Loves is the first installment in DK’s quirky new hardback series and a great title to tackle next.

All rich in insightful and intriguing topics.