A Matter of Obscenity: The Politics of Censorship in Modern England.

Christopher Hilliard's book, "A Matter of Obscenity: The Politics of Censorship in Modern England," explores the history of the English Obscenity Law from the Victorian period to the late 1970s. Hilliard argues that censorship has been a contentious issue throughout history, with debates about culture, freedom, and order. The book draws on various archives and examines the impact of censorship on literacy, democracy, feminism, gay rights, multiculturalism, and the internet. It also highlights the changing significance of censorship over time. This book is recommended for those interested in political philosophy and the governance system of the United Kingdom. [Extracted from the article]

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