True Stories of Censorship Battles in America's Libraries

摘要

In their introduction, editors Valerie Nye and Kathy Barco state that a challenge to library materials might be the most frightening professional experience a librarian encounters. Few librarians expect to end up on the front lines in a battle over censorship, but as this book illustrates, challenges occur in all types of libraries, not just public and school libraries. The book features many fascinating stories of censorship in public, academic, school, and special libraries. Mixed in with the fascinating stories are practical tips that can help every librarian form a battle plan.