Guardians of Liberty

Name: Guardians of Liberty
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SKU: 9781419736896
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Freedom of the Press and the Nature of News

By Linda Barrett Osborne

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Guardians of Liberty by Linda Barrett Osborne explores the history of free speech and civil liberties in the United States, focusing on how these rights have been challenged and defended over time. Aimed at young readers, it examines various pivotal moments and important figures in American history, highlighting the ongoing struggle to balance freedom and security. This compelling narrative encourages children to understand and appreciate their rights.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the exploration of free speech and censorship throughout American history, especially as it's presented for younger readers. This captivating children's non-fiction work draws on engaging photographs and documents to reveal the ongoing struggle for freedom of expression, making it both informative and thought-provoking. If you enjoy learning about historical figures and pivotal moments in the fight for liberty in an accessible way, this read could be quite appealing.

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A riveting introduction to the crucial role of First Amendment rights and the media

Guardians of Liberty explores the essential and basic American ideal of freedom of the press. Allowing the American press to publish—even if what they're reporting is contentious—without previous censure or interference by the federal government was so important to the Founding Fathers that they placed a guarantee in the First Amendment to the Constitution.

Citing numerous examples from America's past, from the American Revolution to the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement to Obama's and Trump's presidencies, Linda Barrett Osborne shows how freedom of the press has played an essential role in the growth of this nation, allowing democracy to flourish.

She further discusses how the freedoms of press and speech often work side by side, reveals the diversity of American news, and explores why freedom of the press is still imperative to uphold today.

Includes endnotes, bibliography, and index.

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Guardians of Liberty by Linda Barrett Osborne is praised for its insightful exploration of the balance between press freedom and government restrictions, with a focus on U.S. history and Supreme Court decisions. Critics commend its deep research, engaging writing, and its effectiveness in emphasising the importance of a free press for a functioning democracy. The book is noted as a valuable resource and a compelling read for readers of all ages.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419736896

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 August 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 140.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Linda Barrett Osborne is the author of Traveling the Freedom Road, Miles to Go for Freedom, This Land Is Our Land, and Come On In, America. She was a senior writer-editor in the Library of Congress Publishing Office for 15 years. She lives in Washington, DC.