| Description |
344 pages ; 21 cm |
| Contents |
Terrorist or freedom fighter? -- The four waves of warfare -- Twentieth-century terrorism -- September 11: 'the day that changed the world' -- Iraq and the 'war on terror' -- Rogue states -- Suicide terrorism -- Hostage-taking -- Aerial hijacking -- New threats -- Weapons of mass destruction -- 'Internal' national responses -- International responses -- Terrorism and the media -- Terrorism and globalisation -- Terrorism and human rights -- Terrorism and Islam |
| Summary |
"Did the events of September 11 really change the world? Why would a person agree to become a suicide bomber? How effective are our intelligence agencies? Should the Rudd Government bring our troops home from Iraq? In his new book, Keith Suter, author of the popular Local notebook and global notebook, answers all the questions you're too afraid to ask about terrorism. In simple, no-nonsense language, Suter gives a concise overview of the history and politics of terrorism, examining conflicts in the Middle East, Russia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and other parts of the world. He discusses all the big issues, both local and international -- from the best way to deal with 'rogue states' to the likelihood of a terrorist attack on Australia. This book is the perfect backgrounder for anyone who wants a better understanding of the events covered every day in the news."--Provided by publisher |
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Australian |
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Case studies |
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History |
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International relations |
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Overseas item |
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Social impact |
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Terrorism |
| Notes |
"From the author of 'Local notebook' and 'Global notebook'"--Cover |
| Subject |
Political violence -- Case studies.
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Political violence.
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Terrorism -- History.
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September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001 -- Influence.
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Terrorism.
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War on Terrorism, 2001-2009.
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World politics -- 21st century.
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| Genre/Form |
Case studies.
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| LC no. |
2011486555 |
| ISBN |
9781741668216 (paperback) |
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