Global Terrorism 2nd Edition by James M. Lutz and Brenda Lutz

The unique combination of a genuinely historical focus and truly global coverage makes this
an ideal introductory textbook for anyone studying terrorism.

Global Terrorism 2 nd edition continues to provide students with the most comprehensive introduction to terrorism as a global phenomenon. It introduces students to history, politics, ideologies and strategies of both contemporary and older terrorist groups. Written in a clear and accessible style, each chapter explains a different aspect of terrorism and illustrates this with a wide variety of detailed case studies from across the world. Although the focus is on the contemporary, the book also includes discussion of older terrorist groups. Building on the strengths of the first edition, this edition includes new material on: July 7 attacks in London Bali bombings Domestic terrorism in Columbia Attacks in Iraq Al Qaeda, the Tamil Tigers, the IRA Animal rights extremism The unique combination of a genuinely historical focus and truly global coverage makes this an ideal introductory textbook for anyone studying terrorism.


CONTENTS
Terrorism in the World Today and Yesterday
What Is Terrorism? Definition and Classification
Tactics,Weapons, and Targets
State Sponsors and Supporters of Terrorism
- Italy and Hungary in Yugoslavia
- Iran
- The United States and the Contras in Nicaragua
- The cold war between India and Pakistan
Religious Justification for Terrorism
Ethnic and National Bases of Terrorism
Terrorism and Ideologies of the Left
Terrorism and Ideologies of the Right
Terrorism and Multiple Motivations
State Use of Domestic Terrorism and Repression
Countries with Multiple Crises of Terrorism
Counterterrorism
Terrorism: A continuing phenomenon