"The Chatterley Affair" refers to the legal controversy surrounding the publication of D.H. Lawrence's novel, "Lady Chatterley's Lover," in the 1960s. The book, which explores themes of love and sexuality, was deemed obscene by British authorities, leading to a high-profile trial in 1960. The case centered on whether the novel had artistic merit or was simply pornographic. The trial attracted significant public attention and debate about censorship and freedom of expression. Ultimately, the jury ruled in favor of the book's publication, marking a pivotal moment in the fight against literary censorship in the United Kingdom. This case helped pave the way for more open discussions about sexuality in literature.