Understanding Terrorism: Analysis of Sociological and Psychological Aspects
( NATO Science for Peace and Security Series - E: Human and Societal Dynamics )
Publication series ： NATO Science for Peace and Security Series - E: Human and Societal Dynamics
Author： Ozeren S.;Gunes I.D.;Al-Badayneh D.M.
Publisher： Ios Press
Publication year： 2007
E-ISBN: 9781607502524
P-ISBN(Paperback): 9781586037543
Subject： C0 Social Science Theory and Methodology
Keyword： 社会科学理论与方法论
Language： ENG
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Description
Terrorism is a multi dimensional phenomenon and this publication aims at comprehending it. This book has unique characteristics in terms of its focus on different issues; it has a comprehensive focus on the conceptualization of terrorism and understanding of it. It does not only explain the concept, it also addresses the important issues which help us to really understand why and how individuals commit such an act. Issues range from social and psychological analysis of a terrorist behavior to extremist subcultures and globalization. This publication also successfully reviews and analyzes underlying causes of terrorism and what really makes it valuable is that the chapters present the topics with relevant data which is current and up-to-date. Issues such as inequality, globalization, immigration, gender, and democracy are analyzed with research involving comprehensive data analysis. Furthermore, the book has both theoretical discussion and practical experience which makes this study a source book for the academicians and practitioners. It reflects the experience and knowledge of the authors most of whom have both academic and practical experience in the field. The chapters have the analysis based on professional experience and successful academic research.
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