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Books Condemned to Be Burnt

Books Condemned to Be Burnt

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Literary CriticismGeneral ReferenceBritish History

ISBN10: 1162598271
ISBN13: 9781162598277
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 218
Weight: 1.10
Height: 0.46 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Books Condemned to Be Burnt is a historical account written by James Anson Farrer that explores the censorship and suppression of books throughout history. The book delves into the reasons why certain books were deemed dangerous or offensive by authorities, and the methods used to suppress them. Farrer provides numerous examples of books that were condemned to be burnt, including works by Galileo, Voltaire, and even Shakespeare. The author also examines the impact of book burning on society and the role of censorship in shaping public opinion. This fascinating and informative book offers readers a unique perspective on the power of books and the dangers of censorship.1904. Historians are generally too engrossed with the details of battles, all as drearily similar to one another as scenes of murder and rapine must of necessity be, to spare a glance for the far brighter and more instructive field of the mutations or of the progress of manners. This work is attempt to supply the deficiency on the particular subject of burning books.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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