Media Censorship
- ISBN-10
- 1604539062
- ISBN-13
- 9781604539066
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 112
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2009-08-01
- Publisher
- ABDO
- Author
- Kekla Magoon
Description
This title gives readers a balanced look at the issue of media censorship and the surrounding arguments. Readers will learn about different types of censorship, such as movie ratings and censorship in libraries, at schools, and in the press. Common arguments, such as the First Amendment are explained, as well as laws surrounding censorship and famous court cases. Also covered are major groups in the debate, such as ACLU, ALA, MPAA, and AFA, and their arguments. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-follow text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Viewpoints is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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