Sword of Destiny
Andrzej Sapkowski
About this book
Soon to be a major Netflix original series! Geralt the Witcher -- revered and hated -- holds the line against the monsters plaguing humanity in this second collection of adventures in the NYT bestselling series that inspired the blockbuster video games. Geralt is a witcher, a man whose magic powers, enhanced by long training and a mysterious elixir, have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless assassin. Yet he is no ordinary murderer: his targets are the multifarious monsters and vile fiends that ravage the land and attack the innocent. This is a collection of short stories, following the adventures of the New York Times bestseller, The Last Wish. Join Geralt as he battles monsters, demons and prejudices alike...
Censorship history
In 2024, "Sword of Destiny" by Andrzej Sapkowski was banned at the school level in the United States due to concerns over its content, categorized under "Other." This ban reflects a growing trend of challenges against books perceived to contain inappropriate themes or violence, often initiated by parents and local advocacy groups. Specific details regarding the challengers or formal complaints leading to the ban have not been publicly documented. The ban remains upheld in various school districts, with ongoing discussions about the appropriateness of the book's content in educational settings.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | ViolenceSexual |
