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Terrorism and Counterterrorism
Brigitte Lebens Nacos
其他書名
Understanding Threats and Responses in the Post-9/11 World
出版Pearson Longman, 2008
主題Political Science / GeneralPolitical Science / History & TheoryPolitical Science / International Relations / GeneralPolitical Science / TerrorismPolitical Science / Political Process / Political Advocacy
ISBN02055682899780205568284
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=XKhIAAAAYAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
註釋Focusing on the phenomenon of terrorism in the post-Cold War and post-9/11 era,Terrorism and Counterterrorismlooks at this form of political violence in an international and American context and in light of new and historical trends. Broadly addressing the question “What is terrorism?,” Brigitte Nacos, a renowned expert in the field, clearly defines and discusses terrorism’s many causes, actors, and strategies as well as anti- and counter-terrorist responses. In addition, this text uniquely investigates terrorism’s relationship with the media and the public. Comprehensive and highly readable,Terrorism and Counterterrorismintroduces students to key concepts in the study of terrorism and political violence and helps them challenge preconceptions of this complex and vital issue.