Banned Books 2008 – The Prince of Tides

Marshall University does not ban books! The information is provided to let people know what has been banned/challenged elsewhere.

2008

Suspended from the Nitro High School, Kanawha County (WV), honors English and Advanced Placement literature classes after parents complained about the book’s scenes of violence, sexual assault, child rape, suicide and more. A Kanawha County Board of Education member suggested the institution of a book rating system. Eventually, the book was approved for return to the classroom as long as students are offered alternative texts.

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A Banned book has been removed from a library, classroom, etc.
A Challenged book has been requested to be removed from a library, classroom, etc.

For additional information contact

Ron Titus, titus@marshall.edu
304-696-6575

Last updated

August 18, 2010