Terrorism and Counterterrorism: A Comprehensive Introduction to Actors and Actions
  • 2019/269 pages

Terrorism and Counterterrorism:

A Comprehensive Introduction to Actors and Actions

Henry Prunckun and Troy Whitford
Hardcover: $89.95
ISBN: 978-1-62637-758-5
Paperback: $35.00
ISBN: 978-1-62637-760-8
Ebook: $35.00
ISBN: 978-1-62637-812-4
What is terrorism? How do terrorists operate—what are their means, targets, and motivations? How can governments prevent terrorist attacks from happening? Henry Prunckun and Troy Whitford address these questions in their systematic, comprehensive exploration of terrorism and counterterrorism.

Notably, this authoritative text:

• Explains complex issues in an objective, accessible way
• Traces the phenomenon of terrorism through history
• Examines law enforcement, as well as intelligence and military operations
• Features case studies from around the world
• Includes learning aids for students

Designed to appeal to both students and instructors, the text enables readers to deepen their understanding of terrorism today and learn what is being done to combat it.
Henry Prunckun is a research criminologist at the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security (AGSPS), Charles Sturt University. He previously served as a senior counterterrorism policy analyst and has held a number of operational postings in investigation and security. Troy Whitford is lecturer in intelligence and security studies at AGSPS.

Also of interest:
The Irrational Terrorist and Other Persistent Terrorism Myths by Darren Hudson, et al.