Encyclopedia of Gun Control and Gun Rights [Hardcover]

Glenn H. Utter (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 157356172X | ISBN-13: 978-1573561723 | Publication Date: November 8, 1999

With public perception of gun violence at an all-time high, the Encyclopedia of Gun Control and Gun Rights is the perfect resource for any library. Providing 300-plus entries of in-depth coverage (each entry is from 700 to 1,000 words), this encyclopedia is exceptional for its unbiased approach to this controversial issue. Arranged in an A-Z format with numerous cross-references, this encyclopedia is especially easy to use.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Utter (political science, Lamar Univ.; Campaign and Election Reform) has written a comprehensive listing of the court cases, personalities, laws, and groups involved in the regulation of guns. The book begins with an essay on the issues in the gun-control battle and a short guide to the court cases and groups involved, placing them in the opposing camps. The entries, which are balanced and well written, include photographs and charts. Following each listing are titles or cases for further reading. Appendixes include state versions of the Second Amendment, a table of state gun-control rules, and a listing of organizations with interests in gun regulation or rights. Finally, there is a chronology of significant events in firearms history, such as major laws, court cases, and the Littleton, CO, shootings. For those seeking a reference work in the debate on firearms regulation, this book would be a good choice. It does not work as an introduction to the subject, however, because the introductory essay, while excellent, does not provide a historical overview or tie into the entries. For research libraries.
-Harry Charles, Attorney-at-Law, St. Louis
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review

". . . unbiased commentary on the laws, court decisions and political turning points in the debate make it a valuable resource." -- Liberty, June 2000

"This will be useful source for students as it provides a wealth of information, is basically objective, and is readily accessible in terms of ease-of-use and writing style. . . .Recommended." -- Book Report, March/April 2000

"Utter provides some 300 entries on US firearm issues, legislation, court cases, and debaters. Included is an introductory essay with statistics on gun production, imports, and growth in federal gun laws, and b&w photos of key gun control advocates and foes. Appends state constitutional gun rights provisions; statuatory and constitutional provisions relating to the purchase, ownership, and use of firearms; a list of relevant organizations; and a chronology spanning the colonial militia to current events." -- Book News, February 2000

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 384 pages
• Publisher: Greenwood (November 8, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157356172X
• ISBN-13: 978-1573561723
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,853,229 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)