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Terrorism: A Critical Introduction

Jackson, Richard  |  eBook

9780230359802 - Terrorism: A Critical Introduction
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Artikelomschrijving

In the years since 9/11, terrorism has been transformed into an issue of global significance. Terrorism and the war on terror has affected virtually every aspect of modern life, and a precise understanding of terrorism is now more important û and contentious û than ever. This innovative text provides a much-needed critical introduction to terrorism. Cutting-edge research on contemporary issues is combined with new insights into long-debated issues such as the definition of terrorism, the nature of the terrorist threat and counter-terrorism strategies. Showing that the methods we adopt as well as the material we study are vital for a clear understanding of the subject, this text goes beyond traditional IR approaches to rethink popular beliefs and assumptions about terrorism. Taking a genuinely global and integrated approach, this book is an ideal entry into the study of terrorism. The text is supported by: International case studies from around the world A detailed glossary introducing key actors, events and concepts relating to terrorism Learning aids to stimulate critical thinking, including discussion questions, further readings and selected web resources

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Auteur Jackson, Richard
ISBN/EAN 9780230359802
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Licentieduur eBook online lezen: 365 days
eBook offline lezen (downloaden): Oneindig
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Artikelomschrijving

In the years since 9/11, terrorism has been transformed into an issue of global significance. Terrorism and the war on terror has affected virtually every aspect of modern life, and a precise understanding of terrorism is now more important û and contentious û than ever. This innovative text provides a much-needed critical introduction to terrorism. Cutting-edge research on contemporary issues is combined with new insights into long-debated issues such as the definition of terrorism, the nature of the terrorist threat and counter-terrorism strategies. Showing that the methods we adopt as well as the material we study are vital for a clear understanding of the subject, this text goes beyond traditional IR approaches to rethink popular beliefs and assumptions about terrorism. Taking a genuinely global and integrated approach, this book is an ideal entry into the study of terrorism. The text is supported by: International case studies from around the world A detailed glossary introducing key actors, events and concepts relating to terrorism Learning aids to stimulate critical thinking, including discussion questions, further readings and selected web resources

Specificaties

Auteur Jackson, Richard
ISBN/EAN 9780230359802
Verschijningsvorm eBook i
Licentieduur eBook online lezen: 365 days
eBook offline lezen (downloaden): Oneindig