For years proposals for gun control and the ownership of firearms have been among the most contentious issues in American politics. For public authorities to ma

With public perception of gun violence at an all-time high, this edition of Encyclopedia of Gun Control and Gun Rights is a must-have resource for all libraries

Examines the history of gun control, including statistics, legislation, and expert opinions from both sides of the debate.

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