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Banned Books: Background Information

Information about books that have been banned from schools and libraries

Sources

“Banned Book FAQ.” American Library Association; 30 July 2019, www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks/banned-books-qa. 

“How Do Books Get Banned?” First Amendment Museum, First Amendment Museum, 4 Feb. 2022, firstamendmentmuseum.org/how-do-books-get-banned/#:~:text=sexual%20content%20(92.5%25%20percent%20of,religious%20viewpoint%20(26%25). 

Banned Books 101

Banned vs. Challenged

Banned Books: The removal of material from libraries and schools, limiting public access to them, because of the objections of a group or person.

Challenged Books: Attempts to remove material from libraries or schools. Most challenges are unsuccessful.

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Irwin Library: 317-940-9227
Science Library: 317-940-9937

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