THE POLITICS OF BOOK BANS, CHALLENGES, AND CENSORSHIP
This course examines the historical and contemporary struggles over what books can be read, taught, and circulated. From banned classics to recent controversies over school curricula and public libraries, the course explores how debates about books reflect broader social and political conflicts. Readings will include theoretical and historical perspectives on censorship, as well as primary texts that have been challenged or suppressed in and beyond the US.
Prerequisites & course information
Short Title: BANNED BOOKS Department: English and Creative Writing Grade Mode: Standard Letter Course Type: Lecture Distribution Group: Distribution Group I Credit Hours: 3 Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students. Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027