Banned classic books

As soon as a book becomes banned, people all over the world want to get their hands on a copy to find out what the latest "controversial" novel has to say.

Every September the American Library Association celebrates the freedom to read with Banned Books Week, happening now, conveniently timed with our next

Since people started reading books, governments and counties have sought to ban literature they deemed inappropriate, controversial, or problematic. Here is a list of the top ten banned books, from the 1850s until today. #top10list

We shouldn't overlook the importance and value of banned books. See why this English teacher encourages her students and kids to read banned books.

In observance of Banned Books Week, I'm sharing ten banned classic novels and why they were removed from bookshelves.

Here are 30 books that have faced challenges or bans that you should add to your reading list right away, from picture books to novels.

Did you know that some classic books have actually been banned? Here are ten banned books we think everyone needs to read anyway, and why. (It is also our first collaboration with another book blog! Thanks to Ink for Thought for reaching out and helping us!)

Books that have been prohibited, argued against, and banned are some of the most important—and these are some we can't live without.

How Many Banned Books Have You Read? Most Challenged Books of 2000-2009 List. http://lib.calpoly.edu/banned/infographic.php