"This much-needed book sends a powerful message: we can prevent firearm deaths and injuries-especially if we learn our lessons about gun design and distribution."-Susan P. Baker, author of The Injury Fact Book "The book is a clearly written primer on guns and ammunition and examines the public health policy implications of these consumer products and the injury and death that they cause. The epidemiology, mechanisms, costs, and means for prevention and reducing injury and death from guns are discussed. It is a valuable resource for those involved in protecting the health of the public and in...