Terrorism and Counterterrorism by Brigitte Lebens Nacos

Focusing on the phenomenon of terrorism in the post-9/11 era,Terrorism and Counterterrorisminvestigates this form of political violence in an international and American context and in light of new and historical trends. In this  comprehensive and highly readable text, Brigitte Nacos, a renowned expert in the field, clearly defines terrorism’s diverse causes, actors, and strategies, outlines anti- and counter-terrorist responses, and highlights terrorism’s relationship with the media and the public.Terrorism and Counterterrorismintroduces students to the field’s main debates and helps them critically assess our understanding of and our strategies for this complex and enduring issue.