Of those, only five were actually removed “because they contained inaccurate or dated information.” Among them was a children’s book on dairy farming that had outdated farming information.įormer first lady Laura Bush outlined the potential for violence in 2006. The complaint further demanded that fathers be apologized to and reimbursed for any damages arising from children’s reading of the book.Īccording to Vickery Bowles, the director of collections management, the Toronto Public Library has a system for processing requests to remove books from its collection, though fewer than 100 have been filed since 2000. Seuss’ “Hop on Pop.”Īlthough it’s unclear whether the removal request was filed by an actual Grinch or intended in jest, the complaint stated that the book should be removed because it “encourages children to use violence against their fathers.” Please contact us if any title or item you’re looking for is not currently listed.“The Catcher in the Rye.” “Fifty Shades of Grey.” “The Satanic Verses.” The protest of controversial books is nothing new, but one particularly sensitive reader in Toronto issued a challenge over something a bit less sensational. We are always buying and considering fresh material, and we can draw upon our extensive network to source rare books and manuscripts. You’ll find below our current selection of material by and relating to Dr Seuss. His work has also been praised for its ability to address important social issues such as discrimination and environmentalism in a way that is accessible and entertaining to young readers. His characters, such as The Cat in the Hat, Horton, and the Grinch have become iconic figures, and his illustrations and stories have been adapted into movies, TV shows, and stage productions.
His unique writing style and illustrations have helped to make reading enjoyable and accessible to children of all ages and abilities, many of whom have been introduced to the joys of reading through his books. The works of Dr Seuss, with their colourful illustrations, catchy rhymes, and imaginative stories, have been beloved by generations of children and parents.
Rare books and original artwork by Dr Seuss, including first editions, signed, and finely bound books.
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