Children Who Kill: Profiles of Pre-Teen and Teenage Killers
Carol Anne Davis
Children Who Kill: Profiles of Pre-Teen and Teenage Killers
Carol Anne Davis · 2024
Banned in 1 country
About this book
Why would two young boys abduct, torture and kill a toddler? What makes a teenage girl plot with her classmates to kill her own father? Society regards children as harmless - but for some the age of innocence is shortlived, messy and ultimately murderous.Mary Bell, Robert Thompson and Jon Venables are infamous for their crimes against other children, but many of the less familiar studies here are equally as shocking. Thirteen murderers - the youngest only ten - used fire, poison, bullets and strangulation on victims from infants to pensioners. In a comprehensive study of juvenile homicide, Carol Anne Davis offers new psychological insights and a hard-hitting look at the role of society in an area too shocking to ignore.
Why it was banned
In 2024, "Children Who Kill: Profiles of Pre-Teen and Teenage Killers" by Carol Anne Davis was banned at the school level in the United States due to concerns over violence and immorality. The decision was made by various school districts across the country, reflecting a growing apprehension about the book's content. No notable legal challenges or public statements from the author or publisher have been documented regarding this ban.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Children Who Kill: Profiles of Pre-Teen and Teenage Killers" by Carol Anne Davis was banned at the school level across several districts in the United States due to concerns over its violent content and perceived immorality. The ban was prompted by formal complaints from parents and advocacy groups, leading to school board votes in states such as Texas and Florida, where the book was deemed inappropriate for educational settings. As of late 2024, the ban remains upheld in these districts, with ongoing discussions about its potential reinstatement in light of free speech considerations.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | ViolenceMoral |
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