Book Burning

ESCRU Press Release on Book Burning, 1969 (PDF)

ESCRU press release asking and answering the question “Is it ever right to burn a book?”, January 2, 1969

A press release from ESCRU asked “Is it Ever Right to Burn a Book?” Reaction to the book burning was decidedly mixed. Several long-time members resigned in protest over the unfortunate choice of symbolism. Others saw the book burning as a transformative ritual and dramatic way of bringing attention to the racist content of church curriculum for children. [Sources]