During his 50-year career drawing Peanuts, Charles Schulz avoided strips that touched on political issues. He made a notable exception when it came to book banning with a series that started on October 23, 1972, more than 50 years ago. You can read all 15 strips through this link. Enjoy!
Peanuts by Charles Schulz for October 23, 1972 | GoComics.com
Linus and Sally stand in front of a desk. Linus says, "Yes, ma'am . . . We'd like to borrow the latest book by Miss Helen Sweetstory . . ."<BR><BR> Linus and Sally lean back. Linus' hair stands up. He shouts, "Banned?!!"<BR><BR> Linus turns to Sally and says, "It's been banned from the school library! I can't believe it!"<BR><BR> Linus asks, "How could anyone ban such a neat book as 'The Six Bunny-Wunnies Freak Out'?"<BR><BR>
