ESSENTIALS OF TERRORISM [Paperback]

Captivating, concise, and accessible,?Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and Controversies?covers key foundational topics by defining terrorism and introducing its history and causes. Author?Gus Martin?introduces readers to the modern landscape of terrorism, discusses terrorist environments (domestic, international, religious, etc.), as well as tactics, targets, and counterterrorism. Included in this?6th edition?is an added focus on U.S. hate crimes and homeland security, in addition to new introductory discussions, information, and data throughout each chapter.?Captivating, concise, and accessible,?Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and Controversies?covers key foundational topics by defining terrorism and introducing its history and causes. Author?Gus Martin?introduces readers to the modern landscape of terrorism, discusses terrorist environments (domestic, international, religious, etc.), as well as tactics, targets, and counterterrorism. Included in this?6th edition?is an added focus on U.S. hate crimes and homeland security, in addition to new introductory discussions, information, and data throughout each chapter.?Good updated information in the field of study.About the Author
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I: Understanding Terrorism: A Conceptual Review
Chapter 1: Defining Terrorism
Learning Objectives
Understanding Political Extremism
Formal and Informal Definitions
Objectives and Goals of Terrorism
Playing to the Audience: Objectives, Victims, and Constituencies
Terrorists or Freedom Fighters?
The Political Violence Matrix
Chapter Summary
Key Terms and Concepts
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