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by Brenda J. Lutz (Author), Andrew T. H. Tan (Author), Julian Droogan (Author)
This thoroughly revised and updated edition explores the evolution and persistence of terrorism by examining the core motivations--religious, ethnic, and political--driving violent extremist groups and individuals.
Global Terrorism, Fifth Edition, features a variety of comprehensive case studies, and expanded coverage on:
- The intersection between terrorism and insurgency
- Modern terrorism financing networks
- Emerging weapons and tactical innovations, such as the use of drones and online extremism
- Right-Wing Extremism (RWE)
- Updated case studies
- The Hamas-Israel conflict in Gaza
- Counter-terrorism strategies
- How terrorism ends
By placing contemporary events within broader historical and geopolitical contexts, the authors demonstrate that terrorism is not confined to any single region, ideology, or tactical approach. The book's flexible structure allows instructors and readers to focus on specific aspects most relevant to their interests. It will be an essential text for upperlevel undergraduate courses in political science, international relations, security studies, peace and conflict studies, and history, and an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexity of global terrorism and the challenges it presents to the entire world.
Author Biography
Brenda J. Lutz earned a PhD in politics from the University of Dundee in the United Kingdom. She is a Political Scientist in the Boston area, and specialises in terrorism, international political violence, and animal justice. She has presented at conferences around the world and has written numerous books, chapters, and articles; many with the late James M. Lutz.
Andrew T. H. Tan (PhD) is a graduate of Sydney, Cambridge, and the National University of Singapore. He is Non-Resident Principal Fellow at the Institute for Indo-Pacific Affairs, New Zealand, and was previously Professor of Security Studies, Macquarie University, Australia. He specialises in security studies, terrorism and insurgency, defence studies, and Indo-Pacific international relations. He is author, co-author, editor, and co-editor of 25 books.
Julian Droogan is a Professor, School of International Studies at Macquarie University, Australia. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism (Routledge). His research focuses on online extremism and disinformation, South Asian violent extremism, and terrorist cultures.
