Sold
by Patricia McCormick
Censorship Status
Banned in Banned 85 times in 2024; widespread US challenges
Reason: Human trafficking, sexual slavery, disturbing content
Banned 85 times in 2024, this novel about a Nepali girl sold into sexual slavery has been targeted despite its important social justice message. Conservative groups have challenged it for its graphic depiction of human trafficking, arguing it's inappropriate for young readers despite the book's goal of raising awareness about modern slavery.
Why Sold Was Banned
Censorship Concerns
This book was banned for challenging established norms and authority.
Specifically, Sold was targeted for: Human trafficking, sexual slavery, disturbing content. The book's themes and content were deemed threatening to the social, political, or religious order in Banned 85 times in 2024; widespread US challenges.
Why Read Sold Today?
- ✓ Historical Significance: Understand why this book was considered dangerous enough to ban.
- ✓ Intellectual Freedom: Support the right to read diverse perspectives and challenging ideas.
- ✓ Critical Thinking: Engage with ideas that authorities didn't want people to consider.
- ✓ Cultural Understanding: Gain insight into the fears and concerns of different societies and eras.
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