Uncovering America's Hidden History: Spotlight on Thom Hartmann

[...]readable chapters, the book presents a history of how America became "a nation awash in firearms" and then delves into the cultural myths--which have taken root, Hartmann says, by means of propaganda, misinformation, and powerful lobbying on the part of the NRA, weapons manufacturers, and other interests--that serve to keep it that way, despite obvious "social and human costs." Hartmann proposes other solutions, such as instating gun registration, licensing, and liability insurance requirements like the ones we use for car ownership. Hartmann's editor, Neal Maillet, adds that the author is envisioning many more books and topics in the Hidden History series to "completely challenge beliefs with alternative histories on topics as varied as voter suppression and monopoly control."