Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues

The study of terrorism requires a review of the events, ideas, motivations, and histories that result in terrorist acts, as well as an examination of the theories that help explain this volatile behavior. Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues is a dynamic textbook for students who wish to explore the phenomenon of terrorism past and present. The text begins with a conceptual overview of terrorism, progresses to a focused discussion of the terrorists, investigates the nuances of the terrorist trade, and concludes with a final analysis of modern terrorism. Recommended for undergraduate and graduate students taking terrorism courses in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, political science, and public administration.

Politics & Social Sciences

Martin, Gus

Social Sciences

Sage Publications, Inc.

September 11, 2001 affected every sector of society in the United States. In order to restore the nation’s sense of well-being, a new Department of Homeland Security was implemented and new legislation such as the USA Patriot Act was established. Internationally, governments cooperated to disrupt terrorist cells as part of a global effort to break up extremist networks - signifying a new era of terrorism.The New Era of Terrorism: Selected Readings is a collection of edited articles on policy issues that have emerged since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, as well as relevant events that immediately preceded the attacks. The compelling articles in this reader are from reputable journals and magazines such as The Atlantic Monthly and The New Republic and have been written by renowned scholars in the field of terrorism. Editor Gus Martin provides an introduction to each chapter that summarizes the major issues and topics covered within the chapter. Features of this text:Examines terrorism in the modern era and offers expert analysis of the post-September 11, 2001 environmentDelivers a current perspective on terrorism and examines the challenges that must be dealt with by the United States and nation states around the worldDevelops topics logically by incrementally building upon concepts covered in previous chaptersStimulates critical thinking by presenting provocative articles and essays taken from respected publications and providing recommended readings for further discussionThe New Era of Terrorism is an excellent supplement to Gus Martin’s Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues (2003) or any other terrorism textbook. This anthology is recommended for advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying terrorism, homeland security, political conflict, social movements, criminal justice issues, and law enforcement. It can be used in a wide range of courses in the fields of

The New Era of Terrorism: Selected Readings

West Lothian's Scottish Cup History

Gus Martin

Terrorism and WMDs: Awareness and Response, Third Edition is fully updated to include the latest technology and tactics surrounding the threats posed by terrorist groups--detailing plausible contexts in which chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) weapons could be used by such actors.Experienced author Gus Martin has collaborated on updating this resource, with two new chapters at the start of the book outlining the historical origins of terrorism, terrorist typologies, and the evolution of the modern terrorist environment including large-scale regional conflicts and domestic violent extremism in the United States. Additional coverage of new case studies have been added throughout. This includes an examination of the Pulse Nightclub shooting, the January 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol, the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, and additional events that have occurred since the last edition's release. Domestic U.S. threats--from hate, extremist, and supremacist groups--are discussed, as well as emergent and novel tactics being used in the Israel-Gaza conflict and the 2022 Russian invasion and subsequent Russia-Ukraine conflict are examined. This includes the use of drone attacks by both Ukraine and Russia, and Russia's occupation and bombardment of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (ZNPP), highlighting what could be argued are terror-like tactics that at least skirt, if not cross over, the lines of accepted international law. Such actions blur the demarcation between what is deemed terror versus modern warfare. Similarly, Israel's response in the wake of the horrific October 7 attack--with its subsequent operations in Gaza and a wide-scale, simultaneous operation involving exploding pagers and radios in Lebanon and Syria--have likewise evoked criticism and controversy. Coverage also focuses on the chemistry and biology of WMDs, the development and history of their use, as well as the human health effects of such weapons. Added references, chapter questions--and the addition of recent terrorist acts to relevant sections--all present the modern threat environment and realistic WMDs materials access and attack capabilities. Given that terrorist weapons and delivery methods are becoming increasingly sophisticated, the book provides a comprehensive, current survey of terrorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). As such, Terrorism and WMDs, Third Edition continues to serve as an invaluable resource to students and professionals studying and working in the fields of terrorism, Homeland Security, and emergency response.

Terrorism and WMDs: Awareness and Response

Pichtel, John

CRC-Press

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.

Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and Controversies

Understanding Homeland Security

Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues&nbsp;offers a multidisciplinary, comprehensive exploration of domestic and international terrorism that helps students develop the knowledge and skills needed to critically assess the expressions and&nbsp;underlying causes of terrorism. Martin explores theory and provides in-depth analysis in an accessible, engaging manner that helps readers develop the knowledge and skills they need to engage meaningfully with this robust course.&nbsp;

In the same dynamic spirit as the prior edition, the Second Edition of Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues continues toprovide students with an interesting, accessible and comprehensive exploration of contemporary terrorism. This new edition is completely updated to offer the most recent theories and cases related to terrorist activity and efforts to combat terrorism over the last three years.

Captivating, concise, and accessible, this Second Edition of Gus Martin′s popular Essentials of Terrorism offers new data, new case studies, and new photos, as well more coverage of homeland security. Contemporary topics, including gender-selective terrorism, the Internet and terrorism, religious terrorism, and media coverage of terrorism issues and related ethical issues, are addressed throughout the book. Unique maps and dramatic photos show readers the locations of major terrorist activities and the devastation they′ve caused.

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Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues

Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues

The New Era of Terrorism: Selected Readings

West Lothian's Scottish Cup History

Terrorism and WMDs: Awareness and Response

Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and Controversies

Understanding Homeland Security

Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues

Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues

Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and Controversies