Silent Witness to Burning Words came from how I see the average person in our society who may understand that banning books is harmful, yet neither acts nor reacts to this issue. It also represents the grief over the loss of books and the broader implications of losing literature. While it might start with only a few banned books, this could eventually lead to libraries and public resources being left without a wide variety of options, ultimately harming both libraries and the community. Although these books might still be available through private resources, such as purchasing them individually, not everyone can afford that. This creates a real issue, as some people can only access these materials through libraries. The young girl in my design embodies grief, anger, and a longing to save the burning books, always wondering about the stories they told, stories she will never get to experience.