From Ulysses to Lady Chatterley's Lover, this fascinating history explores the way in which works of literature have been censored and suppressed throughout history. From religious and political pressure to societal norms, Alec Craig uncovers the complex forces behind the suppression of some of the greatest works of the literary canon. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and free speech.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.