ISBN: 9780061774010 - burn this book: notes on literature and engagement (8 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. As Americans we often take our freedom of speech for granted. When we talk about censorship we talk about China. But the recent presidential election has shined a spotlight on profound acts of censorship in our own backyard. This book discusses the role of the writer as observer, and as someone who sees what is really taking place.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

paperback. Zustand: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Near fine save for a remainder mark to top text block. Book is unread. First paperback edition, first printing. Edited by Toni Morrison. Work from Morrison, John Updike, David Grossman, Francine Prose, Pico Iyer, Russell Banks, Orhan Pamuk, Salman Rushdie, Ed Park, and Nadine Gordimer. Auster contributes 'Talking to Strangers'. Harper: New York, 2009.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 128 pages. 8.00x5.25x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. 2012. Paperback. As Americans we often take our freedom of speech for granted. When we talk about censorship we talk about China. But the recent presidential election has shined a spotlight on profound acts of censorship in our own backyard. This book discusses the role of the writer as observer, and as someone who sees what is really taking place. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: JFMD; JPVH2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 135 x 8. Weight in Grams: 104. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Published in conjunction with the PEN American Center, Burn This Book is a powerful collection of essays that explore the meaning of censorship and the power of literature to inform the way we see the world, and ourselves.As Americans we often take our freedom of speech for granted. When we talk about censorship we talk about China, the former Soviet Union, or the Middle East. But recent political developmentsincluding the passage of the Patriot Acthave shined a spotlight on profound acts of censorship in our own backyard. Burn This Book features a sterling roster of award-winning writers offering their incisive, uncensored views on this most essential topic, including such revered literary heavyweights as Toni Morrison, Salman Rushdie, Orhan Pamuk, David Grossman, and Nadine Gordimer, among others.Both provocative and timely, Burn This Book is certain to inspire strong opinions and ignite spirited, serious dialogue.…