gun control

Introduces learning readers to the Second Amendment in the U.S. Bill of Rights, covering its stated right of citizens to bear arms, or weapons, and the controversy over its interpretation in the modern world. Includes photographs, illustrations, and a glossary.

"Research shows that gun-related injuries and deaths are on the rise in the United States. Despite new gun-control laws, gun violence continues to plague many areas in the United States. Preliminary figures for gun deaths in 2023 indicate the final total will once more exceed thirty-nine thousand, a level that has consistently been reached since 2014"--Provided by publisher.

"For decades, the debate over gun control in the United States has raged on, gaining steam each time a new mass shooting occurs. This volume looks at questions related to the issue of gun control from a variety of angles, such as the role the Second Amendment plays in the debate, the influence of the NRA, and how gun control became a partisan issue. Viewpoints also consider the potential economic implications of increased gun control and what methods of gun control--if any--would be most effective. Expert viewpoints give readers the opportunity to better understand this challenging and often emotional issue"--Publisher description.

Examines the pros and cons of gun control laws in the United States and their impact on gun violence.

A collection of articles selected from the New York Times that examines gun laws and gun rights in the United States.

Provides an introduction to gun control in the United States, looking at both sides of the debate.

A collection of essays selected from the New York Times that looks at gun control in the United States.

Today, Americans own more than 360 million guns, and many view firearms as a symbol of self-reliance and a critical defense against the threat of government tyranny.

"This . . . text offers a . . . look at how gun violence impacts different communities and provides advice for coping with the indelible mark it leaves. It also empowers readers to make their communities safer by joining the fight to end gun violence"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the controversies surrounding gun control in the United States.