... into another time period when a different set of values reigned. They embrace the distinctive characteristics of signature elements to the time period, such as racism and youthful curiosity. People should try to reclaim and depict the innocence of that era, not censoring a defining aspect. Children should learn to take in the meaningful parts of literature, such as slang common to a past culture ... . By censoring fiction and nonfiction books, history is being distorted. Disguising a culture proves a sense of ... . By assuming young readers can not understand and appreciate an author's wo...

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• Approx Pages: 5
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• Grade Level: High School