In Freedom of Expression in the Supreme Court: The Defining Cases, renowned constitutional scholar Terry Eastland has collected the U.S. Supreme Court’s most important First Amendment decisions from 1919 to the present. Complete with a comprehensive introduction, excerpts of public opinion from contemporary sources, and historical background for each case, this book is an incredible resource for Americans interested in the evolution of the Court’s understanding of the freedoms of speech, press, assembly, and petition.

Terry Eastland has written for numerous publications on a wide variety of political and legal issues. His books include "Energy in the Executive: The Case for the Strong Presidency"; "Ending Affirmative Action: The Case for Colorblind Justice"; and "Religious Liberty in the Supreme Court: The Cases That Define the Debate Over Church and State".