Libraries remove classic Russian books over extremism fears

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Many libraries are now removing books by famous authors. These books are by Pushkin, Lermontov, and also Tolstoy.

The Decembrists group wanted to change the country's government. They brought new ideas that were not Russian.

A court decision stated these actions were against the government. The court found extremism and treason in their ideas.

Libraries remove books that speak well of Decembrists. Staff must explain how these specific books got there.

These books were available for all people to read. This includes young children who could access them.

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Which famous authors' books are being removed from libraries?

The books are by Pushkin, Lermontov, and Tolstoy.

What did the Decembrists group want to change?

They wanted to change the country's government.

What must library staff explain about the removed books?

Staff must explain how these specific books got there.

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