With this book, the gun owner - whether novice or experienced - will learn everything he or she needs to know to safely keep a firearm and, if the need arises, use it with confidence. The Gun Digest Book of Personal Protection & Home Defense provides authoritative information to both the novice and experienced gun owner about personal protection - both inside and outside the home - using commonly available handguns, rifles and shotguns. From discussion of the legal and social issues involved and personal protection, selecting of the suitable firearm and ammunition, and discussion of practical training drills that build competence and confidence with the chosen firearm, this book is an important resource for the millions of first-time gun buyers.