firearms

Surveys the history of the Second Amendment and gun ownership in the United States, and explores how the amendment continues to affect us today.

Contains photographs and descriptions of Civil War uniforms and insignia, small arms and edged weapons, artillery pieces, and other equipment, and includes discussion of submarines and other naval vessels and weapons used during the conflict.

After his best friend is shot and killed, fourteen-year-old Langston borrows his science teacher's time machine and travels from Los Angeles in 2010 to Oxford, England, in 1278 to try to prevent Roger Bacon from publishing his formula for gunpowder.

Traces the history and development of firearms from twelfth century pistols to modern automatic weapons; and includes over 180 photographs, drawings, and diagrams of various guns, background stories, and famous models such as the Colt .45 and the Kentucky musket.

A concise, illustrated history of the firearms used from the Middle Ages through the Industrial Revolution--1300-1800--discussing the invention of gunpowder, methods to improve accuracy, and related topics.

Presents a discussion of forensic techniques and developments in relation to violent gun crimes, covering various cases involving victims such as President Kennedy, Robert Ouko, and Sharon Beshenivsky.

Discusses the controversial issues of whether guns contribute to violence and crime and whether government should regulate private citizens' access to all firearms.

Traces the history and development of firearms and provides detailed information and numerous illustrations of some of the most significant rifles, handguns, and smoothbores.

Eleven-year-old Ned disobeys his parents and sneaks the air rifle his uncle has given him out of the attic to take just one shot, but he is overcome with guilt when a one-eyed cat turns up at an elderly neighbor's woodshed and Ned is sure he is responsible for its sorry condition.

Describes the different types of guns and traces their history, social importance, and future.