I never heard of anyone who was really literate or who…
“I never heard of anyone who was really literate or who ever really loved books who wanted to suppress any of them. Censors only read a book with great difficulty, moving their lips as they puzzle out each syllable, when someone tells them that the book is unfit to read.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Censors avoid reading deeply, fearing the ideas they suppress.
In simple terms: Censors skim to avoid confronting content.
Key Takeaway
Encourage deep reading over censorship.
Themes
freedom
censorship
literature
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
literary
political
When to use this quote
- libraries
- schools
- publishing houses
Key Concepts
critical thinking
authorial intent
Questions to Reflect On
- Should all books be freely accessible?
- What responsibilities do readers have?
A Different Perspective
Censorship can also protect vulnerable readers.