Politics of Terrorism: A Survey by Andrew T. .H. Tan (English) Hardcover Book

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This concise guide to the politics of terrorism provides a unique selection of resources on this important topic.

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Terrorism is increasingly at the forefront of political agendas. Events world-wide have led to an increased awareness and response to this global phenomenon. The focus of this volume is on examining the fundamental causes of alienation and rebellion that underlie the use of terrorism as an instrument of violence. This title includes: essays, each of around 8,000 words in length, providing in-depth analysis of topics of relevance in the subject an A-Z glossary of key terrorist groups and organizations, as well as major terrorist incidences and events detailed maps and statistics an extensive bibliography listing further relevant reading material. This unique combination of analytically detailed essays with statistics and a glossary make this title a unique one-stop reference source as well as a training and education guide on the politics of terrorism world-wide.

Back Cover

Terrorism is increasingly at the forefront of political agendas. Events world-wide have led to an increased awareness and response to this global phenomenon. The focus of this volume is on examining the fundamental causes of alienation and rebellion that underlie the use of terrorism as an instrument of violence. This title includes: an A-Z glossary of key terrorist groups and organizations, as well as major terrorist incidences and events essays, each of around 8,000 words in length, providing in-depth analysis of topics of relevance in the subject. Subjects covered include: Definition and Classification of Terrorism; Weapons, Tactics and Targets; Ethnonationalist Terrorism; Political Terrorism; Religious Terrorism; State Terrorism; and Counter-Terrorism and the Future of Terrorism detailed maps and statistics are included wherever possible an extensive bibliography listing further relevant reading material. This unique combination of analytically detailed essays with statistics and a glossary make this title a unique one-stop reference source as well as a training and education guide on the politics of terrorism world-wide.

Author Biography

Andrew T .H. Tan

Table of Contents

1. Essays: 1. Modern Terror: History and Special Features David C. Rapoport; 2. Dagger and Sarin: The Evolution of Terrorist Weapons and Tactics Adam Dolnik and Rohan Gunaratna; 3. Ethnic Terrorism: Themes and Variations Dennis Pluchinsky; 4. Left- and Right-wing Political Terrorism David W. Brannan 5. Religion and the New Terrorism Mark Juergensmeyer; 6. On the Nature of Religious Terrorism Adam Dolnik and Rohan Gunaratna; 7. State Uses of Terrorism James Lutz and Brenda Lutz; 8. Counter-Terrorism Thomas Mockaitis; 2. A-Z Glossary; 3. Maps and Statistics; 4. Select Bibliography

Long Description

The Politics of Terrorism: A Survey offers information and analysis of this major topic which is often to be found at the forefront of world affairs. Four sections present a thorough overview of the politics of terrorism in historical perspective: - Essay chapters written by a variety of academic and other experts on issues including religious terrorism, state terrorism, and ethno-nationalist terrorism providing background analysis of terrorist activity - A-Z Glossary of terrorist incidents, groups, and issues, including entries on Al-Qaeda, Animal Liberation Front, Casablanca bombings (2003), Iran Embassy Siege (1980), Red Army Faction, etc. Entries are up-to-date and cross-referenced for ease of use - Maps for reference, showing areas of conflict including the Middle East, the Republics of Central Asia, South and South-East Asia; and statistical charts comparing terrorist incidents by region of the world - Select Bibliography

Details ISBN1857433475 Short Title POLITICS OF TERRORISM Language English ISBN-10 1857433475 ISBN-13 9781857433470 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 363.325 Illustrations Yes Year 2006 Imprint Europa Publications Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st Subtitle A Survey DOI 10.1604/9781857433470 UK Release Date 2006-01-26 AU Release Date 2006-01-26 NZ Release Date 2006-01-26 Edited by Andrew T .H. Tan Author Andrew T. .H. Tan Pages 282 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Series Europa Politics of ... series Publication Date 2006-01-26 Alternative 9781857435795 Audience Undergraduate We've got this

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