The book provides a multidisciplinary examination of both domestic and international terrorism, equipping students with essential knowledge and skills for critical assessment. It delves into the expressions and underlying causes of terrorism, presenting various perspectives and challenges associated with the topic. Through this comprehensive approach, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of terrorism and its impact on society.
A briefer version of Martin's popular Understanding Terrorism 3rd Edition, Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and Controversies, 2nd Edition is a concise resource for understanding the multifaceted subject of modern terrorism. The book is a foundational text that can be readily used in conjunction with other resources such as topical texts, specialized publications, journal articles, and readers.
The textbook provides an in-depth exploration of the complexities of modern homeland security, focusing on theories, agency missions, and the legal framework that shapes the field. It analyzes various threat scenarios and corresponding countermeasures, making it a vital resource for understanding the multifaceted challenges faced by homeland security professionals. The fourth edition enhances its comprehensive approach, ensuring readers are well-equipped with the necessary insights and knowledge.
Six years after publication of the first edition of the best-selling Encyclopedia of Terrorism , much has changed on the national security scene. Despite the dark promises of Osama bin Laden following the 9/11 attacks, the United States has not experienced any major domestic terror incidents. Al-Qaeda itself is believed to be a severely crippled organization. But while U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq--not to mention the arrival of the Obama administration, a new balance of power within Congress, and an increasingly fragile economic picture--have significantly affected the national security picture, the threat of economic chaos and massive loss of life due to terror attacks has not abated. Indeed, in July 2008 analysts pointed out that even a relatively small terrorist organization could present a dire threat, with some experts arguing that a biological, chemical, or even nuclear attack on a major U.S. city is all but inevitable. In this highly charged, rapidly shifting environment, we are pleased to present the The SAGE Encyclopedia of Terrorism, Second Edition , a thoroughly updated and expanded edition of the original, highly regarded reference work. Nearly 100,000 words of new material will be added, along with fully updated original entries, and expanded coverage. New introductory essays will explore the impact of terrorism on economics, public health, religion, and even pop culture. Ethical issues such as the role of torture in interrogations, competing notions of security versus liberty, and the debates over FISA legislation and Guantanamo Bay will also be covered. Two dozen entries on significant recent events--such as the London bombings, Chechen attacks on Russian interests, and the rescue of Ingrid Bettancourt--and some 60 additional new entries will restore the work as an up-to-the-minute, natural first-stop for researchers.