I still can't believe it. I think a big part of the decision was based around this:
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This series is listed as being the most challenged series of books from 1990–1999 and seventh most challenged from 2000-2009 by the American Library Association for its violence. Also there remains the problem of it being classified as a children's book, due to the surreal and nightmarish illustrations contained within.
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Can't be sure of course, but I think it was at least a factor.