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History of Book Burning in the United States
Book burning in United States history has occurred as a form of censorship and cultural cleansing, which is frequently linked to moral panic, oftentimes provoked by political and social conflicts. Early examples include the banning and burning of anti-slavery (Abolitionist) literature in the South before and during the American Civil War. In 1873, the U.S. Congress passed the Comstock Act which prohibited the mailing of obscene, lewd, or lascivious materials, including contraception and information about abortion. As a result of this Act, the U.S. Postal Service confiscated and destroyed a significant amount of material, including books, frequently by fire. Recent incidents have involved the burning of books which include LGBTQ+ themes, as well as works like the Harry Potter and Twilight series. ​
Historic Story of the Week (Published June 21, 2025)
