About this book
Attack on Titan End of the World is the adaptation of the 2015 Japanese film based on the manga of the same name. In the novel Eren Yeager, and his childhood friend Armin Arlert, join the Survey Corps, a military corporation to fight gigantic humanoids called the Titans after their hometown is attacked by a Colossal Titan.
Why it was banned
In 2024, "Attack on Titan: End of the World" by Touji Asakura was banned at the school level in the United States due to concerns over violence and sexual content. No lawsuits or formal proceedings have been documented regarding this ban. The official reason given by the banning authorities was the book's depiction of graphic violence and sexual themes.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Attack on Titan: End of the World" was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to concerns over violence and sexual content. Notably, the ban was upheld following a series of formal complaints from parents and community members, leading to school board votes in districts such as those in Texas and Florida. The book's removal from school libraries sparked debates at PTA meetings, but efforts to reinstate it have not yet succeeded, leaving the ban in place as of late 2024.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | SexualViolence |
