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Britannica's overview explains how the poem "heard 'round the world" led to a landmark 1957 obscenity trial that fundamentally changed American censorship laws.

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If you are interested in the 1956 poem that defined the Beat Generation, these articles offer deep dives into its meaning, its controversial history, and its lasting impact on free speech.