Books Condemned to Be Burnt

Books Condemned to Be Burnt

James Anson Farrer

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2003
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Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9780766150508
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''Books Condemned to Be Burnt'' by James Anson Farrer is a historical account of censorship and book burning throughout history. The book delves into the reasons behind book burning and censorship, such as religious or political reasons, and the impact it has had on literature and society. Farrer explores specific instances of book burning, including the destruction of the Library of Alexandria and the burning of books by the Nazis during World War II. The book also discusses the importance of preserving literature and intellectual freedom. Overall, ''Books Condemned to Be Burnt'' provides a thought-provoking examination of the power of words 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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