Essentials of Terrorism

Captivating, concise, and current,A Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and ControversiesA introduces readers to the modern landscape of domestic and international terrorism. TheA Fifth EditionA of Gus Martins renowned text covers key foundational topics and provides a framework for defining terrorism and exploring its history and causes, while also discussing terrorist environments, tactics, targets, and counterterrorism.A This new edition includes information regarding intelligence, counterterrorism laws, and deprivation theory, as well as new and updated sections discussing mass violence in the United States, narco-terrorism, anti-state dissident terrorism, ISIS, and a new theoretical model for ending terrorist campaigns. The text also examines recent attacks and presents new data, case studies, and photos to show readers the state of terrorism across the globe today.A SAGE edgeA FREE online resources for students that make learning easier.A See how your students benefit.