The Gun Debate: An Encyclopedia of Gun Rights and Gun Control in the United States

With public perception of gun violence at an all-time high, this new edition is a must-have resource for all libraries. Providing 300-plus entries of in-depth coverage, this encyclopedia is exceptional for its balanced and unbiased approach to this controversial issue. With public debate of gun violence at an all-time high, this book combines history with current events. At issue are fundamental questions of constitutional law and the rights of individuals, opportunities for self-protection, and the control of violence and national security. Contains over three hundred entries, covering topics such as gun laws and legislation, mass shootings and gun incidents, and information from both groups who support gun rights and those who advocate for stricter gun control Front Matter Table of Contents Publisher's Note Introductory Essay Chronology Guide to Selected Topics A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z Primary Documents Appendix 1: State Constitutional Gun Rights Provisions Appendix 2: State Concealed Carry Policies Appendix 3: List of Organizations Bibliography Index With public debate in the US of gun violence at an all-time high, this new third edition of The Gun Debate: An Encyclopedia of Gun Control & Gun Rights is a must-have resource for all libraries. Over 350 entries provide in-depth coverage of both sides of the gun debate. Covers the subject of gun control and issues raised deal with fundamental questions of constitutional law and the rights of individuals, opportunities for self-protection, the control of violence, and national security Contains over 300 entries, covering topics such as gun laws and legislation, mass shootings and gun incidents, and information from both groups who support gun rights and those who advocate for stricter gun control