This book has been quietly banned for much longer than you think. There were many titles that were simply "not available" in my school library in the late 90's. Educators that attempted to broaden our horizons with these "controversial" pieces of literature were demoted or pushed out/fired. I sought to bring this to light and was also threatened. I love the comment from the "educator" that "has not read the book but has seen the movie"...seriously? This is your school system, NC. Outraged yet?