The Terrorism Reader by David J. Whittaker (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Terrorism Reader by David J. Whittaker This specially updated edition of The Terrorism Reader now contains a chapter on The Taliban and the al-Qaida terror network and new material on George W. Bushs war against terrorism. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Terrorism Reader is an intriguing introduction to a notorious and disturbing international phenomenon. The book draws together material from a variety of experts and clearly explains their opinions on terrorism, allowing understanding, conjecture and debate. David J. Whittaker explores all aspects of terrorism from its definition, psychological and sociological effects, legal and ethical issues to counter-terrorism. In a particularly original way, the Reader illustrates the growth and variety of terrorism with a series of case studies from four continents including: the Taliban and the al-Qaida terror network, and Americas war against terrorism ETA and Spain the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia the Liberation Tigers in Sri Lanka the IRA and UFF in Northern Ireland the Shining Path in Peru. This new edition includes fully updated chapters on Palestine and Israel, the London 7/7 bombings and a a new chapter on Jihad, as well as a focus on issues of contemporary concern such as state terrorism, terrorist withdrawal and deradicalisation, and human rights. Author Biography David J. Whittaker Table of Contents Preface. Acknowledgements Part 1: Characteristics of Terrorism 1. Definition of Terrorism 2. Motivation for Terrorism 3. Terrorisms World-Wide Occurrence Part 2: Fifteen Terrorism Case Studies 1. Jihad: Mission and Campaigning 2. United States: Ground Zero 3. Britain: London as Target 4. Israel 5. Lebanon 6. Libya 7. Sri Lanka 8. Spain 9. Northern Ireland 10. Algeria 11. Peru 12. Colombia 13. Germany 14. Italy 15. South Africa 16. Fifteen Terrorism Case Studies: Conclusion Part 3: Prevention and Control of Terrorism 1. Counter-Terrorism: Strategies and Programs 2. Terrorism and the Law 3. Terrorism: Some Ethnical Issues. Notes. Guide to Further Reading Review A comprehensive, nuanced survey of international terrorism ... the Reader has both a better sense of the complexity of terrorism as an international phenomenon and ... the distinctiveness of the historical and political conditions -- Athan Theoharis, Marquette University One of the books strengths is its ability to see beyond particular conflicts to analogies across the world, including chapters in Libya, Sri Lanka, Algeria and Italy -- The Australian Jewish News Review Quote A comprehensive, nuanced survey of international terrorism ... the Reader has both a better sense of the complexity of terrorism as an international phenomenon and ... the distinctiveness of the historical and political conditions Athan Theoharis, Marquette University One of the books strengths is its ability to see beyond particular conflicts to analogies across the world, including chapters in Libya, Sri Lanka, Algeria and Italy The Australian Jewish News Details ISBN0415687322 Series Routledge Readers in History Language English Edition 4th ISBN-10 0415687322 ISBN-13 9780415687324 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 363.325 Year 2012 Publication Date 2012-03-27 Short Title TERRORISM READER 4/E Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by David J. Whittaker UK Release Date 2012-03-27 AU Release Date 2012-03-27 NZ Release Date 2012-03-27 Author David J. Whittaker Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Edition Description 4th edition Alternative 9780415687317 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Replaces 9780415422468 Pages 384 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134426961;

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