Terrorism and counterterrorism : understanding threats and responses in the post-9/11 world / Brigitte L. Nacos.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Nacos, Brigitte Lebens.

Series:

Penguin academics

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Terrorism.

Terrorism--Prevention.

Physical Description:

xiv, 336 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Pearson Longman, [2008]

Summary:

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.

Contents:

Introduction: The terrorist threat

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

Balancing security, liberty, and human rights

Military and non-military responses

Preparedness and prevention

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.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780205568284

0205568289

OCLC:

126227859