Terrorism and Counterterrorism Understanding Threats and Responses in the Post-9/11 World

Name: Terrorism and Counterterrorism Understanding Threats and Responses in the Post-9/11 World
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ISBN: 9780205568284

ISBN-10: 0205568289

ISBN-13: 9780205568284

Edition: 2nd 2008

Authors: Brigitte L. Nacos

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Focusing on the phenomenon of terrorism in the post-Cold War and post-9/11 era,Terrorism and Counterterrorismlooks at this form of political violence in an international and American context and in light of new and historical trends. Broadly addressing the question ldquo;what is terrorism?,rdquo; Brigitte Nacos, a renowned expert in the field, clearly defines and discusses terrorismrsquo;s many causes, actors, and strategies as well as anti- and counter-terrorist responses. In addition, this text uniquely investigates terrorismrsquo;s relationship with the media and the public. Comprehensive and highly readable,Terrorism and Counterterrorismintroduces students to key concepts in the study…

Book details

List price: $59.80
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Longman Publishing
Publication date: 7/16/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 352
Size: 6.50" wide x 9.25" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.100
Language: English

Brigitte L. Nacos is a journalist and adjunct professor of political science at Columbia University.




Introduction: The Terrorist Threat



Terrorism



The Perennial Debate: What is Terrorism?



Terrorism in the Global Context



Terrorism in the American Context



Religious Terrorism: Political Violence in the Name of God



The Making of a Terrorists: Causes, Conditions, Influences



From State Sponsors to Involuntary Hosts



Common Thread: Goals, Targets, Tactics



Organizational Structures and the Financing of Terror



Anti- and Counter-Terrorism



Balancing Security, Liberty, and Human Rights



Military and Non-Military Responses



Preparedness and Prevention



The Media and the Public



Terrorist Propaganda and the Media



Terror and Hate in Cyberspace



Anti- and Counter-Terrorism in the News



Terrorism and the Public



Conclusion: Living with Terrorist Threats


Appendix. Major Terrorist Incidents Since the Early 1970s