Whistleblowers, Leaks and the Media: The First Amendment and National Security

Permit me a small amount of self-promotion, with apologies.  But ABA Publishing has, today, released a new book, Whistleblowers, Leaks and the Media: The First Amendment and National Security, of which I am a co-editor.  The book is a joint project of the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Law and National Security, and the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.  It is intended as a broad based introduction to the legal and policy issues regarding the media's coverage of national security.  It includes chapters from, among others, my fellow Lawfare contributor Steve Vladeck.  Topics range from the history of leaks prosecutions in the US, to an assessment of how "big data" is transforming leaks investigations, with much more in between.  Here is the official blurb:

A compilation of thoughtful essays that look at the constitutional foundations and limitations of the U.S. government in a contemporary context, this book examines how laws and freedoms collide in cases where individuals leak information to the media. The book clearly explains how the U.S. Supreme Court has interpreted laws that pit freedoms against government interests, and considers how the Internet world and big data are affecting privacy. It is a practical guide, in easy-to-understand language that journalists, lawyers, and government officials will find to be of great value. At last, a clear and somber explanation of the issues involved in balancing secrecy, security and transparency in our democratic society. This book should help replace overheated rhetoric with reasoned debate. David Wood,Senior Military Correspondent, The Huffington Post 2012 Pulitzer Prize winner for national reporting

UPDATE:  Link to book provided.  Apologies.  The notation "Backorder" available reflects the fact that the inventory has just hit the warehouse.