Literary notes about Expurgate (AI summary)
The term "expurgate" has historically been used in literature to denote the removal or sanitizing of content deemed objectionable or unsuitable, especially when preparing texts for younger audiences. For instance, in [1] from History of Woman Suffrage, Volume I, the author argues against the need to expurgate nineteenth-century literature before it is shared with youth, suggesting that the intrinsic value of these works should be preserved without the imposition of modern censorship standards. This example reflects a broader literary debate about balancing the protection of readers with the importance of maintaining historical and cultural authenticity.