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Essentials of Terrorism
Concepts and Controversies
Sixth Edition
- Gus Martin - California State University, Dominguez Hills, USA
December 2021 | 416 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
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 and discusses terrorist environments (domestic, international, religious, etc.), as well as tactics, targets, and counterterrorism. Included in the Sixth 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.
About the Author
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I: Understanding Terrorism: A Conceptual Review
Chapter 1: Defining Terrorism
Chapter 2: Historical Perspectives and Ideological Origins
Chapter 3: Causes of Terrorist Violence
Chapter 4: Terrorist Violence and the Role of the Media
Part II: Terrorist Environments
Chapter 5: Terrorism by the State
Chapter 6: Terrorism by Dissidents
Chapter 7: Religious Terrorism
Chapter 8: International Terrorism
Chapter 9: Domestic Terrorism in the United States
Part III: The Terrorist Battleground
Chapter 10: Counterterrorism and the War on Terrorism
Chapter 11: Homeland Security
Chapter 12: Future Trends and Projections
Appendix: Map References
Glossary
Notes
Index
Supplements
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