Bøger i Political Violence serien

This book will explain the need for a global network in order to counter international terrorism and the threat of WMD, and elaborates on how it could be created.

This book brings together recognized experts in the world of terrorism research and counter-terrorism policy-making.

Examines the various attempts that have been made to counter the wave of terrorism, including the US strikes against Afghanistan and Iraq, President George W Bush's declaration of a 'war against terrorism', the creation of the US Department of Homeland Security, and the 9/11 Commission.

Analyses the lessons which can be drawn from Northern Ireland's experiences of combating terrorism. This book features a theoretical analysis of the underlying causes of terrorism, and explore how this interacts with the development of effective operations and policy responses. It emphasises the dimensions underlying the problem of terrorism.

This book is a detailed examination of whether domestic security measures are striking an appropriate balance between homeland security and civil liberties in the post-9/11 era.

Shows how there are at least two reasons to question the central role that is assigned to religion, in particular Islam, when explaining suicide terrorism. This book contains essays by some of the leading scholars of terrorism and political violence. It is useful for students of terrorism, political science and Middle Eastern politics.

Addresses the appropriateness of US and other Counter-Terrorist (CT) strategies in Europe and Eurasia, the Middle East, the Asia Pacific region and in Latin America. This book aims to re-examine terrorists' strategic goals and sources of legitimacy and the nature of their ideological support. It is intended for students of security studies.