Research Guides: Banned Books: History of Book Banning (2024)

Bannings and Burnings in History

Some of the most controversial books in history are now regarded as classics. The Bible and works by Shakespeare are among those that have been banned over the past two thousand years. Here is a selective timeline of book bannings, burnings, and other censorship activities.

Research Guides: Banned Books: History of Book Banning (2024)
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