Radclyffe Hall: A Case Of Obscenity?
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Vera Brittain
Binding: Hardback
Published: A Femina Book, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling work of literary history chronicles the infamous obscenity trial surrounding Radclyffe Hall's groundbreaking novel, The Well of Loneliness. It uncovers the societal prejudices and legal battles that sought to suppress a pivotal piece of LGBTQ+ literature. The author presents a meticulous analysis of the arguments made for and against the book's publication, illustrating the profound impact of censorship on artistic expression. This insightful volume argues for the enduring importance of free speech and the right to tell diverse stories, offering a critical perspective on a landmark case that shaped literary freedom.
Author: Vera Brittain
Binding: Hardback
Published: A Femina Book, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling work of literary history chronicles the infamous obscenity trial surrounding Radclyffe Hall's groundbreaking novel, The Well of Loneliness. It uncovers the societal prejudices and legal battles that sought to suppress a pivotal piece of LGBTQ+ literature. The author presents a meticulous analysis of the arguments made for and against the book's publication, illustrating the profound impact of censorship on artistic expression. This insightful volume argues for the enduring importance of free speech and the right to tell diverse stories, offering a critical perspective on a landmark case that shaped literary freedom.