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How much time passed between the publication of The Price of Salt and its reprint as Carol?

  • Less than 10 years

  • About 20 years

  • 38 years

  • 50 years

Answer

Sure! The 38-year gap between the publication of "The Price of Salt" in 1952 and its reprint as "Carol" in 1990 reflects societal changes and evolving attitudes toward LGBTQ+ themes. The original release faced considerable censorship due to its lesbian storyline. The later reissue as "Carol" signifies progress in social acceptance, allowing readers to rediscover this groundbreaking work without the constraints of the past.
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