I would recommend The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in the Age of Rage, by Jonathan Turley. Many in higher education seem to have forgotten that free speech is the bedrock of democracy, and universities are supposed to be a marketplace of ideas. Many faculty are either censored by their institutions or self-censor for fear of being ostracized for not sharing the same opinions as their colleagues. Professors should be encouraged to speak freely on different topics and must be brave enough to do so, even when their opinions may be unpopular. Students deserve to be presented with differing viewpoints on critical issues, and faculty must be allowed, and encouraged to disagree with each other in a civil manner. This book reinforces the notion that free speech is one of the most basic human rights, and it is necessary for a free and fair society.
Every aspiring law professor should read "Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do?" by Michael Sandel. It's a brilliant exploration of moral philosophy that blends legal, ethical, and social dimensions, challenging readers to think critically about justice in real-world contexts. Sandel's clarity and provocations are perfect for honing a scholar's analytical rigor and ethical compass.