Freedom of the Press - (Reference Guides to the United States Constitution) by Lyrissa Lidsky & Robert Wright (Hardcover)

About the Book

This work discusses the major court decisions that answer the important questions affecting freedom of the press, providing illustrations and examples that give insight into this complex body of law. The clear and concise style of the book makes it an essential guide for all those interested in freedom of the press.

The book begins with an analysis of the text of the First Amendment and demonstrates how the seemingly simple text has given rise to complicated issues and interpretations. It also discusses the historical evolution of our current understanding of the justifications offered to protect freedom of expression. A number of important questions that have arisen in First Amendment law are discussed in detail.

Book Synopsis

This work discusses the major court decisions that answer the important questions affecting freedom of the press, providing illustrations and examples that give insight into this complex body of law. The clear and concise style of the book makes it an essential guide for all those interested in freedom of the press.

The book begins with an analysis of the text of the First Amendment and demonstrates how the seemingly simple text has given rise to complicated issues and interpretations. It also discusses the historical evolution of our current understanding of the justifications offered to protect freedom of expression. A number of important questions that have arisen in First Amendment law are discussed in detail.

About the Author

LYRISSA BARNETT LIDSKY is University of Florida Research Foundation Professor at the Levin College of Law in Gainesville, Florida.

R. GEORGE WRIGHT is the Michael D. McCormick Professor at the Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis.