One of the defining features of the post-9/11 world is the extent
to which terrorism has become a key organising principle for
domestic and international politics.
Introduced by an essay exploring the complex nature of terrorism
and with more than 250 entries, each containing suggestions for
further reading, the "Dictionary of Terrorism" provides an overview
of the key themes, individuals, organizations and tactics that have
shaped terrorism throughout history and into the contemporary
world. It covers: Events such as the 9/11 attacks and the 7/7
London bombingsTerrorist organizations from the Assassins of the
first century to the modern Zapatista Army of National
LiberationBiographies of individual terrorists ranging from Abu
Ayyub al-Masri to Abu Zubaydah with extensive coverage given to key
figures such as Osama bin LadenTerrorist tactics such as bombings,
hijacking and hostage takingKey international counter-terrorism
conventions
The "Dictionary of Terrorism" is an easily accessible resource
for undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers,
policy-makers and anyone seeking to understand the nature of
political, ethnic and religious violence in the world today.
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