The foundation of history is based upon written accounts by copious authors. The perception of these historical accounts and life in general is how we identify literature. Throughout one's high school career they are asked on numerous occasions to study great novels. Though some selections are not as classic as others, I adamantly believe that a specific novel should not be banned. The purpose of a novel is to illustrate a person's perspective on life and to permit the reader to enter their realm of thought, and for this reason it would be ludicrous to ban any work of literature.
             There should not be a boundary put on knowledge, which is provided by books, knowledge is free and a given right. The banning of a piece of literature causes a person to have less of a chance to reach their full potential. For example, in Saudi Arabia there is a book named Satanic Verses, which discusses the beliefs and theories of Islam. Though this book is believed by most to be flawed with inaccuracies and has no evidence to justify its existence, nevertheless it should not be banned. Such a novel opens our eyes to someone else's perspective, which is the main reason for the existence of literature. Though one may not agree with the authors beliefs this does not allow a school or any other government agency to confiscate their works. Doing this would undeniably defeat the purpose of writing a work of fiction! The most powerful source for knowledge is the mind, and this is retrieved from books and literature. A person that considers banning any novel should remember the most influential quote ever stated, "Knowledge is power!"
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