The destruction, removal or censorship of Ukrainian books is presented as part of a campaign to weaken national identity and reshape historical memory. The practice echoes a longstanding principle of imperial rule: controlling culture can help control people. Ukrainian writers, librarians and researchers have documented pressure on publishing, education and access to literature in territories occupied by Russia. Supporters of cultural preservation argue that protecting books is essential to defending language, historical truth and the country’s right to define itself.
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