Reviews for Institutions, policies, and goals

The average rating for Institutions, policies, and goals based on 2 reviews is 3 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2016-09-08 00:00:00 Michelle Celarier A non-ideological, matter-of-fact trip through the world of American gun women, told by a photography professor who loves shooting but doesn't much like the NRA (her patience seems to wear thin when it comes to men with guns). I loved the chapter on Annie Oakley and Calamity Jane embodying America's virgin-whore dichotomy. And this particular movie geek loved the chapter on guns, women, and films, a remarkably thorough narrative that includes both Marie Walcamp and Tamara Dobson. There are some portions when she spends too much time explaining basic aspects guns and recreational shooting, but I'm guessing (especially as this is published by Temple U. Press) this book is not aimed at firearm aficionados or know-it-alls. I should also mention the scores of stunning photographs and illustrations, all with captions wherein the observant author identifies (or guesses) at the gun model. Sample caption: Kathleen Cleaver standing in the doorway of her home holding a 12-gauge Stevens Model 620-A riot gun, 1968. Hot.

Review # 2 was written on 2012-04-25 00:00:00 Rick French Certainly made me feel better about flinching. Funny pictures of historic women and their weapons, amusing stories by pros, and a great chapter about famous female action heroes. Great read, and very educational. Only drawback was technicality, but I am sure I will read it again and understand it better. I am a mere amateur.