Newspaper Libel

Newspaper Libel: A Handbook For The Press is a book written by Samuel Merrill and originally published in 1888. The book is a comprehensive guide for journalists and editors on how to avoid libel lawsuits when reporting the news. It covers topics such as the legal definition of libel the different types of libel the consequences of libel suits and how to defend against them. The book also provides practical advice on how to avoid libelous statements including fact-checking using reliable sources and avoiding sensationalism. Merrill's book is considered a seminal work in the field of journalism and remains relevant today as a guide for reporters and editors navigating the complex legal landscape of libel law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting preserving and promoting the world's literature in affordable high quality modern editions that are true to their original work.