Gun Baby Gun: A Bloody Journey into the World of the Gun (Book)

Title: Gun Baby Gun: A Bloody Journey into the World of the Gun

Author: Iain Overton

Publisher: Canongate Books

Publication Date: April 16, 2015

ISBN: 9781782113447

Gun Baby Gun is an investigative exploration into the global impact of firearms. Award-winning journalist Iain Overton travels to over 25 countries, including Honduras, South Africa, the United States, and Iraq, to examine the pervasive influence of guns on societies and individuals. Through encounters with a diverse array of people—from gang members and victims to gun enthusiasts and policymakers—Overton delves into the complex relationship humanity has with firearms.

The book presents startling statistics, such as the existence of nearly one billion guns worldwide and the annual production of 12 billion bullets, highlighting the extensive reach of gun culture. Overton’s narrative combines personal stories, historical context, and investigative journalism to shed light on the multifaceted issues surrounding gun violence and regulation.

Critically acclaimed, Gun Baby Gun was shortlisted for the Crime Writers’ Association Non-Fiction Dagger Award. The Independent praised it as “a riveting book… without judgement, refusing to descend into anti-gun rhetoric,” while The Spectator described it as “relentlessly engrossing.”

This compelling work offers a comprehensive look at the role of guns in modern society, making it a significant read for those interested in understanding the global implications of firearm proliferation.