Summary
The issue of censorship remains prevalent in today’s society, taking on many different forms—from suppressing individuals’ rights to speak freely and read what they choose to curtailing the independence of the media. Censorship may seem outdated in a world of globalization and electronic technology, but its practice throughout the world has not diminished since the era of the right- and left-wing dictatorships of the 20th century.
Censorship examines the history and current practices of censorship in five countries—the United States, Russia, China, Zimbabwe, and Egypt—and discusses key counterstrategies. In addition, this enlightening volume contains relevant primary source documents that are placed in context with brief introductions; information on how to research and evaluate sources; biographical information on important figures whose lives were, or are, linked with censorship; and a list of U.S. and international organizations and agencies that monitor and publicize censorship activity, provide legal assistance, and develop counterstrategies. An annotated bibliography, a glossary, and a chronology complete this invaluable resource.
Specifications
Index. Bibliography. Glossary. Chronology.
About the Author(s)
Frank Caso holds an M.A.L.S. from Wesleyan University. He is a professional writer and editor whose articles have appeared in History Magazine, Moscow Times, and Contemporary Musicians. He also served for two years as editor of Hog River Journal, an award-winning quarterly regional history magazine.
Foreword author Richard B. Collins is professor of law and director of the Byron R. White Center for the Study of American Constitutional Law at the University of Colorado. He teaches courses in constitutional law, property, Colorado government, law and religion, and American Indian law. His recent publications include The Colorado State Constitution and Felix S. Cohen's Handbook of Federal Indian Law, as well as several articles, including one that appeared in the Colorado Law Review on lawmaking by citizens' initiatives.