This collection of true stories examines incidents involving the use of firearms by ordinary citizens for personal protection against criminals. Three basic types of events are discussed: armed defense at home, at work, and in a public place. Each episode is explored in detail, with a look at the citizen involved as well as how their defensive actions aided them or could be improved. From convenience-store robberies to police arrests gone awry, these stories provide memorable reminders of firearm self-defense dos and don'ts.
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"There is much to be learned from Chris' painstaking, detailed research. I recommend this book highly." —Massad Ayoob, director, Lethal Force Institute
"Wow! 'Riveting' may be an overused word...but it is perfectly descriptive of the stories that Chris has compiled." —Suzanna Hupp, Texas state representative
"Great true stories that spark a self-analytical What would I have done?" —Jerry Patterson, Texas land commissioner
"If you don't own a firearm for personal protection, you need to read this book." —Combat Handguns magazine
"The humanity of Bird's subjects . . . left me with a warm feeling toward these survivors, and regrets for the one who did not make it." —Women & Guns magazine
"I am deeply impressed with the book by Chris Bird." —GunNews
"Like I said, ya gotta read the book. It's a purchase I don't think you'll regret." —American Handgunner magazine
About the Author
Chris Bird is the author of The Concealed Handgun Manual, a former police reporter for the San Antonio Express-News, a certified concealed-handgun instructor, and a director of the Texas Concealed Handgun Association. He lives in San Antonio, Texas.
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21 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
In this relatively short (307 pages) book, author Chris Bird has done what the news media has failed to do with all of its massive resources - tell the truth about the incredible effectiveness of firearms for self defense.
Rather than revealing the amazing positive statistics and stories of these encounters, the establishment reporters have done just the opposite. They have portrayed a totally one sided picture of the relatively few misuses of guns and ignored the literally millions of protective uses of these weapons by American citizens.
As Mr. Bird states: 'According to various academic studies, each year at least a couple of million ordinary citizens use firearms in response to criminal attack or threat. In only a very small percentage of cases is the gun actually fired.' That is incredible. It is a travesty that this is not broadcast wide and far.
In this volume, the author chronicles the stories of fourteen of these average people who protected themselves and/or others with firearms. The situations and outcomes are vastly different, but there is a common thread: Ordinary people effectively warding off criminal attacks.
Most people in this country have been conditioned to believe that they should simply call the police when in danger and all will be well. This book will help dispel that notion. I highly recommend it. Another one that everyone should read is Dial 911 and Die. This is certainly not for men only. Mr. Bird also cites the research showing that women actually have much more to gain in safety than men by keeping and/or carrying a firearm.
This is a must read for anyone who is concerned about improving his/her own safety as well as that of family members.
Rather than revealing the amazing positive statistics and stories of these encounters, the establishment reporters have done just the opposite. They have portrayed a totally one sided picture of the relatively few misuses of guns and ignored the literally millions of protective uses of these weapons by American citizens.
As Mr. Bird states: 'According to various academic studies, each year at least a couple of million ordinary citizens use firearms in response to criminal attack or threat. In only a very small percentage of cases is the gun actually fired.' That is incredible. It is a travesty that this is not broadcast wide and far.
In this volume, the author chronicles the stories of fourteen of these average people who protected themselves and/or others with firearms. The situations and outcomes are vastly different, but there is a common thread: Ordinary people effectively warding off criminal attacks.
Most people in this country have been conditioned to believe that they should simply call the police when in danger and all will be well. This book will help dispel that notion. I highly recommend it. Another one that everyone should read is Dial 911 and Die. This is certainly not for men only. Mr. Bird also cites the research showing that women actually have much more to gain in safety than men by keeping and/or carrying a firearm.
This is a must read for anyone who is concerned about improving his/her own safety as well as that of family members.
23 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By C. Schwartz
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a well written book. It reveals much about the criminal attitude, self defense preparedness, the psychological impact of shooting incidents, the aftermath of the incidents, and critical examination of
these incidents. Your mind and body must be prepared if you want to protect yourself from violent
crime. Certain decisions need to be made before you are attacked. You won't have time to engage in
philosophy when only seconds remain for you to act. The incidents reported here are varied enough
to give you some important things to think about. If you are on a search to obtain critical knowledge
about protecting yourself and/or your loved ones and also being a responsible citizen, then this book
is for you. Thanks Chris Bird. Job well done !
these incidents. Your mind and body must be prepared if you want to protect yourself from violent
crime. Certain decisions need to be made before you are attacked. You won't have time to engage in
philosophy when only seconds remain for you to act. The incidents reported here are varied enough
to give you some important things to think about. If you are on a search to obtain critical knowledge
about protecting yourself and/or your loved ones and also being a responsible citizen, then this book
is for you. Thanks Chris Bird. Job well done !
26 of 33 people found the following review helpful
By B. Everitt
Format:Paperback
This book was recommended by a shooting instructor and it was exactly as he described. This books tells of people that showed/used a gun to diffuse different situations and had very different outcomes. Like most books it has ordinary citizens getting through situations just by brandishing a gun. Unlike other books it also shows some of the places where bad things happen to good people. This book was a real eye opener.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Need read book
If you have any questions about why you might need to carry a gun this book answers any question you might have.
Published 28 days ago by Carole Fuller
5.0 out of 5 stars
OMG!!!
This book will scare the bejeebles out of you; it did me!!!! I read it in two days and i'm a slow reader. i just couldn't put it down! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Godsgirl
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lot of extra information.
Informative book, but too much additional information. The book goes into background on the people and aftermath. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Terry
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It gives real life accounts of how a hand gun can save your life!
Published 4 months ago by Dillard E. Ridinger
5.0 out of 5 stars
Should be required Reading
Here is a book that today's media will not bother to read or report... it just does not fit their mis-guided agenda.
Published 4 months ago by BAB223
5.0 out of 5 stars
Book review
Great book for all who would like some basic steps as to what to do in a moments notice. It gives you enough information to stimulate your interest in further training.
Published 5 months ago by lui
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Signed copy
I just received the book today. I started reading the numerous reviews and when I got past the last review, I discoved the author, Chris Bird, had actually signed the book. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Heidi
5.0 out of 5 stars
I've been there
If you have ever wondered if a private citizen really needs a firearm for self-defense, you won't after reading these true accounts of how everyday people like you and me defended... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Nick Russell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great stories
We never hear in the news when the good guys win. Well, almost never. Chris is VERY detailed in his writing... and has information from multiple sources. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Kimberkat
2.0 out of 5 stars
Thank Buddha I Had A Glock !!!!!!
I just got this book and WOW! What a revelation! There are a lot of guns out there and a lot of nervous itchy trigger-fingers. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Denice Bee
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