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The Politics of Terrorism, Third Edition,

Michael Stohl author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc

Published:29th Jan '88

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The Politics of Terrorism, Third Edition, cover

This book provides the reader with an introduction to the concept and practice of terrorism embedded within a firm understanding of politics and social structure. It explores the major theories, typologies, strategies, ideologies, practices, and responses to contemporary political terrorism.

"High praise for the previous editions. . . . . .should be required reading for all Americans as a corrective to the administration's manipulations of perception."
---New Political Science
". . .The serious theoretical intentions of this volume distinguish it from the bulk of the literature on terrorism, much of which is policy-oriented or loosely descriptive."
---The American Political Science Review
". . .Among the works that deserve a permanent place on the bookshelf. . . .sober and non-ideological."
---Violence, Aggression, and Terrorism
". . .surprisingly broad in its coverage."
---Terrorism, Violence, Insurgency Journal
". . .provocative and innovative."
---Library Journal

ISBN: 9780824778149

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 975g

672 pages

3rd edition