Libel and the Media The Chilling Effect Author:Laurence Lustgarten, Kenneth Norrie, Hugh Stephenson This accessible and jargon-free book, based on Eric Barendt and his collaborators' interviews with editors of national newspapers, journalists, and their lawyers, uncovers the extent to which libel laws stifle freedom of the press. The authors examine the present state of libel law (including the Neill reforms and the law in Scotland) explore th... more »e impact of libel law on national and regional newspapers, broadcasters, and book and periodical publishers. The result is a lively study which will appeal not only to journalists and lawyers, but also to all those with an interest in the freedom of the press and media studies in general.« less