Terrorism in the Twenty-First Century

This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to terrorism, comparing and contrasting right-wing domestic terrorism with ISIS, exploring terrorism in a global context, and integrating theory and practice with case studies and analysis challenges. The Ninth Edition includes new case studies on a wide range of terror phenomena and discusses the evolving fifth wave of modern terrorism.

Format: Hardback
Length: 504 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Provides a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of terrorism, catering to students at all levels and from diverse disciplines. The text offers a foundational introduction to the topic, while also delving into a more sophisticated analysis of its past, present, and future impacts.

The 9th edition of the book takes a unique approach by focusing on right-wing domestic terrorism as a theme, allowing for a comparative analysis with ISIS. This lens provides a valuable perspective on examining terror threats historically and contemporaneously.

Rather than solely emphasizing Middle East terrorism, the book takes a truly global perspective, highlighting the diverse nature of terrorism across different regions and cultures. It explores the various motivations, tactics, and consequences of terrorism, providing a comprehensive understanding of this complex phenomenon.

To enhance learning, the text seamlessly integrates lucid summaries of key social science concepts with insightful case studies, discussion questions, and analysis challenges. This combination of theory and practice in every chapter ensures that students gain a deep understanding of the subject matter.

New to the Ninth Edition:

The book incorporates a key contemporary challenge of terrorism: the emerging radicalization via social media platforms. This thread is particularly relevant in terms of domestic terror threats and the rise of the far right in various countries.

The book discusses the evolving fifth wave of modern terrorism, which involves the linking and radicalization of groups and individuals across the globe. It highlights the recruitment of individuals for terrorist acts within their own states and their involvement in international confrontations.

The book compares the profile of domestic extremists over time, including the Capitol rioters of January 2021. This analysis provides valuable insights into the changing nature of domestic terrorism and its implications for society.

In addition to the updated content, the 9th edition includes new and updated case studies on a wide range of terror phenomena. These case studies cover various topics such as the COVID-19 pandemic, QAnon, the Boogaloo Movement, the Proud Boys, and the War on Terror in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria, among others.

By presenting a comprehensive and up-to-date examination of terrorism, this textbook serves as an invaluable resource for students, scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this global threat.

Weight: 1150g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032078014
Edition number: 9 ed