Peatfield Free Speech in Contention

An Interdisciplinary Approach
1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-3-031-94109-2
Verlag: Springer International Publishing
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 137 Seiten

Reihe: Progress in Mathematics

This short book examines the dynamic and complex nature of free speech, with reference to criminal law. It explores its historical roots, its role as a cornerstone of democracy, and its contemporary challenges. Free speech is not merely a legal right but a social and cultural tool that fosters democracy, innovation, and cultural progress. However, as society evolves, so too do the questions surrounding its boundaries and ethical implications.

This book combines scholarly rigor with accessible writing and a measured approach to engage readers and students across disciplines and ideologies. It seeks to understand what free speech means and where its limits lie. By incorporating real-world examples, such as the debates around J.K. Rowling’s comments on gender or the misinformation campaigns during the Brexit referendum, the book delves into the tension between free expression and the challenges of misinformation, hate speech, and cultural censorship. It addresses 
free speech not as an abstract principle but as a living, breathing mechanism shaping democracy, innovation, and cultural understanding. Its scope encompasses legal, ethical, political, and cultural dimensions, offering a comprehensive yet nuanced exploration of free speech’s evolving landscape. The chapters lend themselves well to classroom reading and include recommendations at the end of each chapter.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Peatfield, Elizabeth-Jane

Peatfield, Elizbabeth-Jane

Inhaltsverzeichnis

.- Introduction: Free Speech – A Foundational Pillar.- Part 1: Identifying the Challenge.- Chapter 1: What Do We Mean by Free Speech?.- Chapter 2: Censorship and Cancel Culture.- Chapter 3: Politics, Protests, and Public Assembly.- Part 2: Real-World Controversies.- Chapter 4: Controversies – Academic Freedom, Religious Speech, and Gender.- Chapter 5: Cultural and Political Dimensions.- Chapter 6: Conclusion – Navigating the Complexities of Free Speech.

Über Autor(innen)

Elizbabeth-Jane Peatfield is Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader at Liverpool John Moores University, UK, in the Department of Criminal Justice ar the School of Justice Studies.