This thoroughly revised and updated edition explores the evolution and persistence of terrorism by examining the core motivations—religious, ethnic, and political—driving violent extremist groups and individuals.
Global Terrorism, Fifth Edition, features a variety of comprehensive case studies, and expanded coverage on:
- The intersection between terrorism and insurgency
- Modern terrorism financing networks
- Emerging weapons and tactical innovations, such as the use of drones and online extremism
- Right-Wing Extremism (RWE)
- Updated case studies
- The Hamas–Israel conflict in Gaza
- Counter-terrorism strategies
- How terrorism ends
By placing contemporary events within broader historical and geopolitical contexts, the authors demonstrate that terrorism is not confined to any single region, ideology, or tactical approach. The book’s flexible structure allows instructors and readers to focus on specific aspects most relevant to their interests. It will be an essential text for upperlevel undergraduate courses in political science, international relations, security studies, peace and conflict studies, and history, and an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexity of global terrorism and the challenges it presents to the entire world.
Table of Contents:
Memorial Page
Table of Contents
1. Terrorism in the World, Today, and Yesterday
2.What is Terrorism? Definition and Classification
Defining terrorism
Classification and categories
Causes of terrorism
Prevalence of terrorism
Summary
3.Strategy, Tactics, Weapons, and Targets
Strategies
Techniques
Weapons
Targets
Summary
4.State Sponsors and Supporters of Terrorism
Passive State Support of Foreign Terrorists
Active State Support of Foreign Terrorism
True State Control
Case Studies:
Italy and Hungary against Yugoslavia
Iran sponsorship of Hezbollah
The US and the Contras in Nicaragua
India and Pakistan
Summary
5.Religious Justification for Terrorism
Terrorism and the World’s Religions
Case Studies:
The Zealots in Judea (historical case study)
The Sikhs and Khalistan
Aum Shinrikyo (Supreme Truth) Japan
Anti- abortion activities in the US
Al Qaeda and its affiliates
ISIS
Summary
6. Ethnic and National Bases of Terrorism
Modernity and Ethnic Conflict
Case Studies:
Xinjiang Separatism in China
Hamas
The Boston Tea Party
Basque Nationalists in Spain
Dayaks in Borneo
The Palestine Liberation Organization and the struggle with Israel
Summary
7.Terrorism and Ideologies of the Left
Ideology and Beliefs
Dissatisfaction from the Left
Possibly add Maoist rebellion in rebellion in Philippines
Case Studies:
The Red Brigades in Italy
The Montenero's in Argentina
New Peoples’ Army in Philippines
Maoist rebellion in the Philippines
Naxalites in India
Summary
8.Terrorism and Ideologies of the Right
Ideologies, Strategies, and Tactics
Right-wing Dissatisfaction: Marxism, Globalization, Conspiracies
Case Studies:
Stormtroopers in Weimar Germany
The Klu Klux Klan (1920s and 1930s)
Right-wing Terrorism Online: The Christchurch Attack
The American Militia/Patriot Movement
Neo/Nazis and anti-immigrant groups in Europe (Oslo attack etc)
Non-Western right-wing terrorism: India
Summary
9.Terrorism and Multiple Motivations (Update)
Terrorist Campaigns with Complex Causes
Case Studies:
Irish Nationalists and Northern Ireland
Columbia: Leftists and Drug Cartels
Criminal Activity and radical Islamism in India
Summary
10.State Use of Domestic Terrorism and Repression (Update)
Government Induced Fear and Compliance
Governments Complicity in Terrorism by Non-State Groups
Genocide and Ethnic Cleansing
Case Studies:
The Reign of Terror and the French Revolution
Zimbabwe under Robert Mugabe
Hamas/Gaza
Ethnic Cleansing in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Southern Sudan and Darfur
Genocide in Rwanda
Summary
11. Countries with Multiple Linked Crises of Terrorism
The prevalence of Multiple Crises
Case Studies:
Waves of Violence and Terrorism in Sri Lanka: LTTE to the Islamic State
Turkey: Left vs Right
Iraq under Occupation
Nigeria and the Impact of Petroleum
Turmoil in Pakistan and Afghanistan
Summary
12. Counterterrorism
Techniques of Counterterrorism
Countering Violent Extremism (CVE): Community engagement, rehabilitation, and countering online radicalization
Weapons of mass destruction and mass casualties
The issues of civil liberties
Summary
13.Terrorism: The Continuing Phenomenon
Why terrorism continues i.e. What the outlook is.
What we know from the historical experiences
How terrorism ends
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
About the Author :
Brenda J. Lutz earned a PhD in politics from the University of Dundee in the United Kingdom. She is a Political Scientist in the Boston area, and specialises in terrorism, international political violence, and animal justice. She has presented at conferences around the world and has written numerous books, chapters, and articles; many with the late James M. Lutz.
Andrew T. H. Tan (PhD) is a graduate of Sydney, Cambridge, and the National University of Singapore. He is Non-Resident Principal Fellow at the Institute for Indo-Pacific Affairs, New Zealand, and was previously Professor of Security Studies, Macquarie University, Australia. He specialises in security studies, terrorism and insurgency, defence studies, and Indo-Pacific international relations. He is author, co-author, editor, and co-editor of 25 books.
Julian Droogan is a Professor, School of International Studies at Macquarie University, Australia. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism (Routledge). His research focuses on online extremism and disinformation, South Asian violent extremism, and terrorist cultures.
Review :
"Global Terrorism remains the gold standard for students and professionals seeking a comprehensive and objective global breath with an understanding of terrorism. The authors offer a powerful combination of clarity, and scholarly thunder. This fifth edition is essential reading for courses in political science and security studies and beyond..."
– Dr. Tony Piscitelli, PhD, Senior Lecturer, Norwich University, UK
"The fifth edition continues the practice of the previous four in providing a comprehensive coverage of terrorism in a global setting, not just on the Middle East and/or Islam. The case study approach provides students with the necessary details on many different types of terrorist groups and other aspects of terrorism, such as weapons, strategies, targets, ideologies, and counterterrorism. Global Terrorism is well written and is unique in its coverage and organization."
– Jeffrey Ian Ross, PhD, University of Baltimore, USA
"Now in its fully revised and updated fifth edition, Global Terrorism remains the definitive textbook and reference for the study of terrorism and violent non-state actors in the contemporary world. Comprehensive, clear, and authoritative, it is an indispensable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners alike. Highly recommended."
– Professor Michael Rainsborough, Academic Principal, Australian War College, Canberra, Australia
