Synopses & Reviews
This important book uncovers terrorist activities in the United States and around the world, drawing from the authors' blend of academic and professional experiences. Concisely and expertly written, it includes relevant, current data and vivid photos, providing an effective overview of the many sectors and operations that have changed our world. An unbiased perspective ensures an objective presentation of the facts, and a chronological progression of coverage places concepts within a framework that the reader can easily understand. With the most up-to-date coverage of terrorism available today, this book gives a balanced treatment of practical examples, technology, history, and research. It explores the various elements of private and public security and safety, including homeland security and aviation security practices. Topics include: the defining and history of terrorism, terrorism around the world, and counterterrorism. Not only an excellent primer for those involved with the current security systems which have come into play since 9/11/2001, but a necessary read for anyone wishing to understand the players who participated in and the events that occurred before and since this terrible tragedy.
Synopsis
The authors draw from more than 40 years of both academic and professional military experience to present a comprehensive look at the history, current activity and future implications of Terrorism worldwide. This newly revised edition brings the latest developments to life through practical examples, detailed maps and terrorism briefs to help readers visualize the locations and the players involved in terrorism and counterterrorism. Defines Terrorism and associated legal issues. Covers the complex history and motives behind the behavior. Discusses different types of terrorists, ranging from poorly organized groups of fanatics or dissidents with conflicting goals to the more highly organized emerging cells. Provides a clear overview of the many sectors and operations that comprise terrorism and counterterrorism and explores terrorist activity in the U.S. and around the world. Discusses counter measures and explores the war on terror and the past, present and future implications. For anyone in law enforcement, criminal justice, criminology, justice administration, security, sociology, or political science.
Table of Contents
Detailed Table of Contents comprehensive Preface
Information About the Authors
PART ONE: THE DEFINING AND HISTORY OF TERRORISM
Chapter One: Defining Terrorism and Legal Issues
Chapter Two: A Brief History of Terrorism
PART TWO: TERRORISM AROUND THE WORLD
Chapter Three: North America and the Caribbean
Chapter Four: Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Chapter Five: Western Europe
Chapter Six: Eastern Europe and the Balkans
Chapter Seven: North Africa and the Middle East
Chapter Eight: The Persian Gulf
Chapter Nine: Northeast, Central and Southern Africa
Chapter Ten: Southern and Southeast Asia
Chapter Eleven: Pacific Rim
Chapter Twelve: Latin America
PART THREE: THE WAR ON TERRORISM
Chapter Thirteen: Countering Terrorism
Chapter Fourteen: The War Against Terrorism
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