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Terrorism and Counterterrorism, 2/E
Brigitte L NacosColumbia University

ISBN-10: 0205568289
ISBN-13:  9780205568284

Publisher:  Longman
Copyright:  2008
Format:  Paper; 352 pp
Published:  07/16/2007


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Focusing on the phenomenon of terrorism in the post-Cold War and post-9/11 era, Terrorism and Counterterrorism looks at this form of political violence in an international and American context and in light of new and historical trends.

 

Broadly addressing the question “What is terrorism?,” Brigitte Nacos, a renowned expert in the field, clearly defines and discusses terrorism’s many causes, actors, and strategies as well as anti- and counter-terrorist responses. In addition, this text uniquely investigates terrorism’s relationship with the media and the public. Comprehensive and highly readable, Terrorism and Counterterrorism introduces students to key concepts in the study of terrorism and political violence and helps them challenge preconceptions of this complex and vital issue.


Features

  • Examines terrorist acts throughout history to put contemporary terrorism in broader perspective. 
  • Defines and consistently uses key terms and concepts in the study of terrorism and political violence. 
  • Covers terrorism in the American context as well as the global one, discussing homegrown American terror and anti-American international terrorism.
  • Surveys anti- and counter-terrorist strategies, including military and non-military responses, intelligence, international cooperation, and the impact on civil liberties.
  • Analyzes the role of the media and the public in furthering and obstructing terrorist, anti-terrorist, and counter-terrorist strategies.


New To This Edition

  • A new chapter, “Religious Terrorism,” presents three case studies of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish terrorism to illustrate how religious terrorism varies and overlaps with secular political violence.
  • Expanded discussions of female terrorists, terrorist recruitment, suicide terrorism, state sponsors of terrorism, and non-military counter-terrorist options.
  • Updated coverage and analysis of current events, including new developments in homeland security.
  • The author’s blog–www.reflectivepundit.comoffers observations and comments on terrorism, counter-terrorism, the mass media, and current events.


Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Introduction: The Terrorist Threat

 

PART I. TERRORISM

Chapter 2. The Perennial Debate: What is Terrorism?

Chapter 3. Terrorism in the Global Context

Chapter 4. Terrorism in the American Context

Chapter 5. Religious Terrorism: Political Violence in the Name of God      

Chapter 6. The Making of a Terrorists: Causes, Conditions, Influences

Chapter 7. From State Sponsors to Involuntary Hosts

Chapter 8. Common Thread: Goals, Targets, Tactics

Chapter 9. Organizational Structures and the Financing of Terror

           

PART II. ANTI- AND COUNTER-TERRORISM

Chapter 10. Balancing Security, Liberty, and Human Rights

Chapter 11. Military and Non-Military Responses

Chapter 12. Preparedness and Prevention

           

PART III. THE MEDIA AND THE PUBLIC

Chapter 13. Terrorist Propaganda and the Media

Chapter 14. Terror and Hate in Cyberspace

Chapter 15. Anti- and Counter-Terrorism in the News

Chapter 16. Terrorism and the Public

Chapter 17. Conclusion: Living with Terrorist Threats

           

Appendix. Major Terrorist Incidents Since the Early 1970s


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  • Terrorism and Counterterrorism, 4/E
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    ©2012  |  Longman  |  Paper; 352 pp  |  Instock
    ISBN-10: 0205005802  |  ISBN-13: 9780205005802
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    ISBN-10: 0205005802  |  ISBN-13: 9780205005802
    Brief Description  |  More Info



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Brigitte Nacos teaches political science at Columbia University and is a long-time U.S. correspondent for newspapers in Germany. Her research and writing concentrates on the links between the media, public opinion, and decision-making on domestic and international terrorism and counterterrorism.

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