Here's why:
* No Central Database: There is no single, comprehensive database that tracks all instances of book censorship in the US.
* Censorship is Diverse: Censorship can take many forms, including removing books from school libraries, banning books from public libraries, and even restricting access to online content. It's difficult to quantify and compare these different types of censorship.
* Constantly Changing: Censorship is a dynamic issue, with new books facing challenges regularly. Any list would be outdated quickly.
* Subjectivity: What constitutes "censorship" can be subjective. Some argue that any removal of a book is censorship, while others only consider it censorship if it's done for political or ideological reasons.
Instead of a list, here are some frequently challenged books in the US:
* "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain: Challenged for its use of racial slurs and portrayal of slavery.
* "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee: Challenged for its depictions of racism and racial injustice.
* "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger: Challenged for its profanity, sexual content, and portrayal of adolescent angst.
* "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker: Challenged for its depiction of violence, sexual abuse, and racism.
* "Beloved" by Toni Morrison: Challenged for its graphic descriptions of slavery and its impact on African Americans.
* "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie: Challenged for its language, sexual content, and portrayal of Native American life.
* "And Tango Makes Three" by Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson: Challenged for its portrayal of a same-sex penguin couple raising a chick.
It's important to remember that censorship is a serious issue and should be discussed and challenged.
If you are interested in learning more about book censorship, I recommend checking out the resources of the American Library Association (ALA), the National Coalition Against Censorship (NCAC), and PEN America.