Banning and burning books that conflict with a dominant ideology has historical precedent, notably the 1933 student-led book burnings at the University of Berlin. This led to a curated Library of Burned Books in Paris, which became a hub for anti-Hitler resistance. Currently, book bans are prevalent across the country, reflecting a tendency to silence diverse voices. Researchers warn that such actions hinder healthy development for adolescents, particularly those from marginalized identities, by perpetuating cycles of targeting and prejudice in society.
Banning, and even burning, books that conflict with tightly-held ideology is nothing new. In 1933, student-led book burnings at the University of Berlin spurred a list of government-enforced banned authors.
Researchers suggest that, particularly for adolescents, book banning stands in the way of healthy development, especially for those living with marginalized identities.
Roseanna White explains that silencing people is what leads to targeting, prejudice, and ultimately violence in society.
The Library of Burned Books became the central resource and hub for 'anti-Hitlerism' in Europe during a critical historical period.
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