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20 banned books that may surprise you
Why do books get banned from schools and libraries? Even readers who disagree with the practice of banning can comprehend that books heavy on sex and/or violence can polarize decision-makers when it comes to young readers. But there are other books – titles like "Where's Waldo?" or "Sylvester and the Magic Pebble" – whose presence on a banned book list seems completely mysterious. The following 20 books seem innocent to many, but they have nonetheless raised reader objections at one time or another.
09/28/2011 06:10 pm -
Culture Cafe Disney announces release date for 'Oz: The Great and Powerful'
Disney announced a March 8, 2013 release date for Sam Raimi's 'Oz: The Great and Powerful.'
05/26/2011 03:43 pm -
Greens' growth in Germany spurs deputy chancellor's departure
Guido Westerwelle announced he is resigning as deputy chancellor to Angela Merkel after their parties received stunning losses to Greens in last month's state elections.
04/04/2011 11:49 am
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