Censorship and Art (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169168855)

Censorship and Art is a thought-provoking book written by John Galsworthy, a renowned English author and playwright. The book delves into the topic of censorship in art, exploring the impact it has on creative expression and the freedom of speech.In this book, Galsworthy argues that censorship is a dangerous tool that can stifle artistic expression and limit the ability of artists to convey their messages to the world. He provides numerous examples of censorship throughout history, including cases where governments and institutions have censored works of art for political or religious reasons.Galsworthy also discusses the role of the artist in society and the importance of allowing artists to express themselves freely. He argues that art should be allowed to challenge the status quo and provoke thought and discussion, even if it may be uncomfortable or controversial.Throughout the book, Galsworthy presents a compelling case against censorship, advocating for the importance of free expression and the right to create art without fear of censorship or persecution. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and politics, and the role of censorship in shaping our cultural landscape.Having observed that there is no reason whatever for the exemption of Literature, let us now turn to the case of Art. Every picture hung in a gallery, every statue placed on a pedestal, is exposed to the public stare of a mixed company. Why, then, have we no Censorship to protect us from the possibility of encountering works that bring blushes to the cheek of the young person?This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Galsworthy
ISBN-10: 116916885X
ISBN-13: 9781169168855
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.59lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d