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Beloved Blues

Beloved Blues

FromBorrowed


Beloved Blues

FromBorrowed

ratings:
Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Nov 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Despite being one of the most frequently banned authors, Toni Morrison’s work has inspired countless others to tell stories outside the mainstream. We take a closer look at Morisson's writing, her legacy, and her impact on the anti-censorship movement. Read the transcript here. Our call to action for this episode: Learn how you can support and defend public libraries at Libraries for the People. More resources: Watch Toni Morrison's speech when she accepted PEN America's PEN/Borders Literary Service Award in 2008. Read Toni Morrison's books. If you're a young person, you can apply for a Books Unbanned card to check out digital library books for free. Learn more about the National Coalition Against Censorship's Student Advocates for Speech program.  
Released:
Nov 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (90)

Brooklyn has so many stories to tell, and a lot of them start at the library. Every other week, “Borrowed” brings you stories that start here and take you somewhere new. We're talking to people starting businesses, finding their roots, playing Dungeons & Dragons, creating community—and of course, borrowing books! Brought to you by Brooklyn Public Library.