He is known for:
* The Tempting of America: The Political Seduction of the Law (1990): This book critiques the role of law in shaping society and argues for a stricter interpretation of the Constitution. It was a bestseller and influenced conservative legal thinking.
* Slouching Towards Gomorrah: Modern Liberalism and American Decline (1996): This book is a follow-up to "The Tempting of America" and expands on his critique of modern liberalism, arguing that it undermines American values and institutions.
* Coercion: The Structure of Social Action (1989): This book explores the role of coercion in human interaction and its impact on social structures.
* Neutral Principles and Some First Amendment Problems (1971): This article is a foundational text in the field of constitutional law, arguing for the application of neutral principles in interpreting the First Amendment.
* Numerous other scholarly works: Bork has written extensively on legal topics, including constitutional law, antitrust law, and legal philosophy.
Robert Bork was nominated for the Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1987, but his nomination was rejected by the Senate. He remains a significant figure in American legal and political discourse.