why was james and the giant peach banned

"James and the Giant Peach" by Roald Dahl has been banned or challenged for several reasons. The main causes include being considered too scary for the targeted age group, containing mystical elements, use of profanity (like the word "ass"), sexual inferences, and references to tobacco and alcohol. Some challenges argued the book promoted disobedience, drugs, and even communism. Specific scenes, such as a spider licking her lips, were interpreted as having sexual connotations, which led to bans in some places like a Wisconsin town in 1986. Additionally, the depiction of abusive guardians and physical descriptions that evoke disgust also contributed to some objections. Despite these controversies, many see the book as a valuable story about overcoming adversity and the power of love and friendship.