Banned Books 19th Century Pencil Set

Celebrate literary rebellion with our 19th Century Banned Books Pencil Set. Each pencil in this thoughtfully curated collection represents a classic title that has been banned or challenged throughout history—works that continue to teach us profound lessons about ourselves, our ambitions, our prejudices, and our shared cultural heritage.

This elegant set features six unassuming gray pencils with gold foil imprints of these groundbreaking 19th century classics:

• Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (1831)

• The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne (1850)

• Silas Marner by George Eliot (1861)

• Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (1865)

• Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain (1884)

• The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde (1890)

Hand-stamped in our studio, these high-quality American-made pencils arrive nestled in a linen card stock insert and protected by a clear cello sleeve—ready to inspire your writing or to gift to a fellow literature enthusiast.

Features:

• Set of 6 high-quality, American-made pencils

• #2 graphite for everyday writing

• Classic hexagon shape with metal ferrules and latex-free erasers

• Certified non-toxic

• Sophisticated gray pencils with gold foil imprints

• Elegantly packaged in linen card stock insert with protective cello sleeve

• Hand-stamped in our studio for a unique, artisanal touch

Perfect For: Literature enthusiasts, free speech advocates, history buffs, English teachers, writers, and thoughtful gift-givers who appreciate the power of controversial classics.

About Lit & Whimsy

Lit & Whimsy is a mother/daughter team creating fun gifts and literature-inspired art for book lovers. Family owned since 1916, they take pride in crafting high-quality, thoughtfully designed products that celebrate the transformative power of literature. Each item is created with care in our studio, combining our passion for books with our commitment to exceptional craftsmanship.