Monday, May 5, 2008

Defending My Right To Read

To choose a good book, look in an inquisitor’s prohibited list. ~John Aikin

I am a reader. Its such a simple sentence but it means so much. I am not someone who likes to read, or even someone who merely loves to read. I have to read. I do so, quite frequently I may add, not only because I am passionate about books and learning, but because at this time and place in history, I have the right to read......any book I choose.

This hasn't always been the case. Censorship and book burning have existed since the first published word. In fact, in many countries today, citizens do not have access to various media sources and written works. Therefore, beyond my love for reading, I feel compelled to read, as much and as often as I can, and to exercise my right to read.