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American Gun: A History of the U.S. in Ten Firearms

by Kyle, Chris; Doyle, William | HC | Good
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Binding
Hardcover
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
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ISBN
0062242717
Book Title
American Gun : a History of the U. S. in Ten Firearms
Item Length
9in
Publisher
HarperCollins
Publication Year
2013
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Item Height
1in
Author
William Doyle, Chris Kyle
Genre
History
Topic
Military / Weapons, Military / United States, United States / General
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
18.1 Oz
Number of Pages
320 Pages

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Chris Kyle-fallen hero and #1 bestselling author of American Sniper-reveals how ten legendary guns forever changed U.S. history. At the time of his tragic death in February 2013, former Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, the top sniper in U.S. military history, was finishing one of the most exciting missions of his life: a remarkable book that retold American history through the lens of a hand-selected list of firearms. Kyle masterfully shows how guns have played a fascinating, indispensable, and often underappreciated role in our national story. "Perhaps more than any other nation in the world," Kyle writes, "the history of the United States has been shaped by the gun. Firearms secured the first Europeans' hold on the continent, opened the frontier, helped win our independence, settled the West, kept law and order, and defeated tyranny across the world." Drawing on his unmatched firearms knowledge and combat experience, Kyle carefully chose ten guns to help tell his story: the American long rifle, Spencer repeater, Colt .45 revolver, Winchester rifle, Springfield 1903 rifle, Thompson sub-machine gun, 1911 pistol, M1 Garand, .38 Special police revolver, and the M-16 rifle platform Kyle himself used as a SEAL. Through them, he revisits thrilling turning points in American history, including the single sniper shot that turned the tide of the Revolutionary War, the firearms designs that proved decisive at Gettysburg, the "gun that won the West," and the weapons that gave U.S. soldiers an edge in the world wars and beyond. This is also the story of how firearms innovation, creativity, and industrial genius has constantly pushed American history-and power-forward. Filled with an unforgettable cast of characters, Chris Kyle's American Gun is a sweeping epic of bravery, adventure, invention, and sacrifice.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0062242717
ISBN-13
9780062242716
eBay Product ID (ePID)
143655770

Product Key Features

Book Title
American Gun : a History of the U. S. in Ten Firearms
Author
William Doyle, Chris Kyle
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Military / Weapons, Military / United States, United States / General
Publication Year
2013
Genre
History
Number of Pages
320 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
9in
Item Height
1in
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
18.1 Oz

Additional Product Features

Lc Classification Number
Ts533.2.K95 2013
Reviews
A man who embodied what it meant to have a heart both strong and soft, and a commitment to country, family and God. ... Chris Kyle will continue to inspire anyone paying attention to his example., A celebration of Kyle's voice and life : It's like sitting down with him in some funky Texas roadhouse just off the interstate after a hot but fulfilling day at the range, ordering up a tableful of Lone Stars and just talking guns for a few hours., 'A book that every American should read, and it will stand as part of the legacy of one of our nation's greatest heros.' (American Rifleman), "Chris Kyle embodied what it meant to have a heart both strong and soft, and a commitment to country, family, and God. ... Kyle will continue to inspire anyone paying attention to his example." -- Dallas Morning News "Chris Kyle was incredible, the most celebrated war hero of our time, a true American hero in every sense of the word." -- D Magazine "A true hero." -- New York Times "Chris Kyle has done and seen things that will be talked about for generations to come." -- MARCUS LUTTRELL, recipient of the Navy Cross and author of Lone Survivor "A celebration of Kyle's voice and life: It's like sitting down with him in some funky Texas roadhouse just off the interstate after a hot but fulfilling day at the range, ordering up a tableful of Lone Stars and just talking guns for a few hours." -- USA Today "Tells how 10 firearms changed United States history." -- New York Times Book Review "Kyle's enthusiasm for his subject is infectious, and his gift for narrative lends the stories the tension and drama they deserve. ... Regardless of one's views on guns, readers will gain a deeper respect for weaponry and the people tasked with using them." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Kyle's firm grasp of the ten guns selected is combined with a narrative of American soldiers, lawmen, and citizens who used them. ... When you read American Gun you hear the voice, heart, wit, and passion of this self-effacing American hero--one taken from us too soon." -- Mark Keefe, American Rifleman "Chris Kyle knew guns in a way no modern American ever has. ... His book new book details the rifles and pistols wielded by soldiers, police officers, hunters, mobsters and outlaws that most influenced the culture of this nation." -- Daily Mail (London) "A book that every American should read, and it will stand as part of the legacy of one of our nation's greatest heroes." -- American Rifleman A fitting legacy for Chris Kyle. ... American Gun is written with the authority of a subject matter expert and the straight-talking voice of a warrior." -- SOFREP.com "An entertaining gallop through history." -- London Times, Kyle's enthusiasm for his subject is infectious, and his gift for narrative lends the stories the tension and drama they deserve. ... Regardless of one's views on guns, readers will gain a deeper respect for weaponry and the people tasked with using them., A fitting legacy for Chris Kyle. … American Gun is written with the authority of a subject matter expert and the straight-talking voice of a warrior.", He knew that sacrifice could mean the end. Chris Kyle was incredible, the most celebrated war hero of our time, a true American hero in every sense of the word., A book that every American should read, and it will stand as part of the legacy of one of our nation's greatest heros., Kyle's firm grasp of the ten guns selected is combined with a narrative of American soldiers, lawmen, and citizens who used them. ... When you read American Gun you hear the voice, heart, wit, and passion of this self-effacing American hero--one taken from us too soon., Chris Kyle knew guns in a way no modern American ever has. ... His book new book details the rifles and pistols wielded by soldiers, police officers, hunters, mobsters and outlaws that most influenced the culture of this nation., A celebration of Kyle's voice and life: It's like sitting down with him in some funky Texas roadhouse just off the interstate after a hot but fulfilling day at the range, ordering up a tableful of Lone Stars and just talking guns for a few hours., Chris Kyle was incredible, the most celebrated war hero of our time, a true American hero in every sense of the word., 'Chris Kyle knew guns in a way no modern American ever has. ... His book new book details the rifles and pistols wielded by soldiers, police officers, hunters, mobsters and outlaws that most influenced the culture of this nation.' (Daily Mail (London)), Chris Kyle embodied what it meant to have a heart both strong and soft, and a commitment to country, family, and God. ... Kyle will continue to inspire anyone paying attention to his example., A book that every American should read, and it will stand as part of the legacy of one of our nation's greatest heroes.
Copyright Date
2013
Lccn
2013-409095
Dewey Decimal
683.400973
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes

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  • by user2458967
    Jul 25, 2021Top favorable review

    Best seller Chris Kyle does it again! The guns that formed America!

    Chris Kyle chose ten firearms, out of literally thousands of firearms, that helped create the United States, helped shape the United States, and protected the United States, to write about. While there are other guns that could/should arguably be included as well or could replace one or more of the firearms listed here, Chris was the one who did it, and these are his choices, and excellent ones they are. Each firearm is both historically important, and important to the founding and defense of the United States, they also are landmarks in their own right. A fascinating look at American history, culture, and of course firearms, though the firearms that created and formed it, this book will be enjoyed by anyone who enjoys history, good writing, and of course, firearms.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: second.sale

  • by dhGPf_5YQWO@Deleted
    Jul 04, 2015

    Anyone interested in guns or history needs to read this! God bless Kris!

    I bought the book because I want all things about Kris, and related info or items. Really enjoyed the product, it was as good if not better than I expected.A lot of new and interesting information and an easy read! I have a large collection of books and it ranks right up there at the top.Three friends borrowed it before I could even read it, they all liked it!

  • by bowser1087
    Aug 12, 2020

    Interesting read

    Loved Chris Kyle's writing in American Sniper, and he delivered again with this one. Love the history and how well it's laid out!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: second.sale

  • by mrg-hillor
    Jul 19, 2021

    Not Enough Technical Detail

    At best this is a decent introductory book on some important American firearms, but much of the book is devoted to events in which the guns were used, but not on the guns themselves.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: spotlightbooks

  • by doscot_79
    Oct 15, 2022

    Good book

    Very well written and interesting material

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: kee-2515

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