Freedom of the Press (American Politcs N Politics)

Evans, J. Edward

ISBN 10: 0822517523 ISBN 13: 9780822517528

Publisher: Lerner Pub Group, 1990

Synopsis

Explains what freedom of the press is, its history in colonial times, its meaning in the Constitution, and current controversial issues challenging the boundaries of this freedom.

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From School Library Journal

Grade 6-10 --In Lerner's familiar, serviceable format, Evans presents a history of the free and not-so-free press, from the development of the Gutenberg press to the Pentagon papers. Emphasis is on the role of the government in the regulation of the press throughout the history of the republic, and Evans raises some provocative questions about censorship, libel, and journalistic responsibility. The coverage is logical and systematic and gives a good overview of the subject, including a brief but interesting discussion of the student press. Well-chosen illustrations add to the informative quality of the text. It is unlikely that this will enjoy much of a readership beyond the report crowd, but it is a good addition to most collections that need research material. --Trish Ebbatson, Delaware County District Library, OH
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Lerner Pub Group
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0822517523
• ISBN 13: 9780822517528
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 72