Moral Crusades and Artistic Dissent

This chapter explores the life and controversial tactics of historical figure Comstock, who waged a war against obscenity, particularly targeting sexual education. It highlights the tragic story of Ida Craddock, a sex therapist wrongfully convicted for her views, exposing the absurd legal battles surrounding obscenity laws. The narrative juxtaposes Comstock's censorship with the artistic freedoms challenged by playwrights like George Bernard Shaw, emphasizing the ongoing conflict between morality and creative expression.