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I am wondering about the scene with the cannibals on the island, who are called "savage" and "black." Do you think this part is racist?
Cindy Yes, I do. I removed this book from my class library. I'm not sure if the racist language was removed from later editions of the book.…moreYes, I do. I removed this book from my class library. I'm not sure if the racist language was removed from later editions of the book.(less)
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Call It Courage
by Armstrong Sperry
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