Product Identifiers

PublisherDownEast Books

ISBN-101608931994

ISBN-139781608931996

eBay Product ID (ePID)113108069

Product Key Features

Book TitleThe Gun Books for Boys : a Shooting SPORTSMAN Book

Number of Pages208 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2012

TopicShooting, Military / Weapons

IllustratorYes

GenreSports & Recreation, History

AuthorSilvio Calabi, Steve Helsley, Roger Sanger

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.8 in

Item Weight0 Oz

Item Length11.2 in

Item Width8.8 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2012-474269

Reviews"â€¦the best beginner's gun manual everâ€¦" Stephen Bodio, Stephen Bodio's Querencia, October 19, 2012, For some, hunting is a rite of passage. The Gun Book for Boys is a hunting guide for those who embrace the sport of hunting, outlining the game and the tools of their destruction. With a bit of history surrounding the creation of guns through history, their advancement, the essential gear of history, and much more. The Gun Book for Boys is a fun and practical read with plenty of references and black and white photography throughout, highly recommended., "For some, hunting is a rite of passage. "The Gun Book for Boys" is a hunting guide for those who embrace the sport of hunting, outlining the game and the tools of their destruction. With a bit of history surrounding the creation of guns through history, their advancement, the essential gear of history, and much more. "The Gun Book for Boys" is a fun and practical read with plenty of references and black and white photography throughout, highly recommended."--Midwest Book Review , "â€¦this one gets my highest recommendation, I don't care what the age of the person is or the sex, whether it's a kid or parent, boy or girl, The Gun Book for Boys is a great way to startâ€¦" --Tom Gresham, Gun Talk Radio, October 28, 2012, ...this one gets my highest recommendation, I don't care what the age of the person is or the sex, whether it's a kid or parent, boy or girl, The Gun Book for Boys is a great way to start..., "...the best beginner's gun manual ever..." Stephen Bodio, Stephen Bodio's Querencia, October 19, 2012 , For some, hunting is a rite of passage. "The Gun Book for Boys" is a hunting guide for those who embrace the sport of hunting, outlining the game and the tools of their destruction. With a bit of history surrounding the creation of guns through history, their advancement, the essential gear of history, and much more. "The Gun Book for Boys" is a fun and practical read with plenty of references and black and white photography throughout, highly recommended.--Midwest Book Review , "...this one gets my highest recommendation, I don't care what the age of the person is or the sex, whether it's a kid or parent, boy or girl, The Gun Book for Boys is a great way to start..." --Tom Gresham, Gun Talk Radio, October 28, 2012

SynopsisIt's a simple fact: Guns are part of America. Guns enabled the Pilgrims to stay in the New World. The first shots of the American Revolution were fired when British troops tried to seize Colonists' guns, powder and shot. America's Industrial Age was spurred by gunmakers and the need to better equip soldiers. The Wild West was settled by ranchers, miners, traders, fur trappers and farmers, whose guns fed and protected them and their families. America and firearms literally grew up together, but now some people only equate guns with crime and violence. Gun control has become a polarizing political issue, and misinformation about firearms is spreading, intentionally and unintentionally, far and wide. Now three experts are tackling the subject in a series of highly accessible books that explores the realities of firearms and debunks common misunderstandings. The books are non-political, and information is delivered in an easy-to-understand, conversational style. The Gun Book for Boys is the first in the series, and it is intended for boys (and girls) ages 12 - 16 who are interested in guns and shooting, but who have no family members to teach them. Examples and anecdotes emphasize safety and proper usage, and the book defines terms, provides hands-on advice about using, maintaining and safely storing guns, debunks myths, delves into history, and explains topics ranging from target shooting to hunting to military sniping. Everything is thoroughly illustrated and presented in easily managed portions that can be read in series or individually. The book also has an index, suggestions for other "must-have" gun books and a comprehensive bibliography., The first of a three-volume series, this book is aimed at young readers interested in guns and shooting but who have no background in firearms and don't know where to begin. Thoroughly illustrated with drawings and photos, it defines firearms terms, provides hands-on advice about using and maintaining guns, and explains aspects of shooting ranging from historic target matches to military sniping. Through example and anecdote, the book emphasizes safety and proper usage, and everything is presented in easily managed portions that can be read in series or singly--backed up with an index and suggestions for further reading.

LC Classification NumberGV1153.C225 2012