I don't think it's really an argument for removing CitR, but rather a dramatically-titled article that basically states that the book has retired. It's not getting frayed edges - it's dusty. The young individuals it was initially meant to influence have grown up and are part of the AARP.
I have no doubt that Trubek feels CitR can (and should) be taught as a classic like David Copperfield. But it's ironic to expect teachers to ignore the new literature of the next 50 years. Trubek has engaged in a common exercise by offering new options, with an edge, that demonstrate that classics are being written today - just like CitR was for the 60s.
I vote for Battle Royale, but Trubek's list isn't bad... =)
I have no doubt that Trubek feels CitR can (and should) be taught as a classic like David Copperfield. But it's ironic to expect teachers to ignore the new literature of the next 50 years. Trubek has engaged in a common exercise by offering new options, with an edge, that demonstrate that classics are being written today - just like CitR was for the 60s.
I vote for Battle Royale, but Trubek's list isn't bad... =)