The Future of Terrorism ：Violence in the New Millennium ( 1 )

Publication subTitle ：Violence in the New Millennium

Publication series ：1

Author： Kushner   Harvey W.  

Publisher： Sage Publications Ltd‎

Publication year： 1997

E-ISBN: 9781452246420

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9780761908685

Subject： D917 犯罪学

Keyword： 犯罪学,社会学

Language： ENG

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A very serious and terrifying aspect of contemporary society is the ever-present threat of terrorist activity. Understanding this ominous kind of threat is the best way to prepare for it, and this book provides rich insight into: the definitions and classifications of terrorism; the impact of international events on terrorism in the United States; trends in domestic terrorism; infiltration by foreign terrorist groups; media and terrorism; reducing the risk and deterrents; and current trends and projects for the future.

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Cover

Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Part 1 - The Threat from Outside

Chapter 1 - The New Terrorism

Chapter 2 - Armed Prophets and Extremists: Islamic Fundamentalism

Chapter 3 - Terrorism in America: The Threat of Militant Islamic Fundamentalism

Part 2 - The Threat from Within

Chapter 4 - Terrorism, Hate Crime, and Antigovernment Violence: A Review of the Research

Chapter 5 - The Patriot Movement: Past, Present, and Future

Chapter 6 - Two Decades of Terror: Characteristics, Trends, and Prospects for the Future of Terrorism in America

Part 3 - Fighting Terrorism

Chapter 7 - Prosecuting Domestic Terrorists: Some Recommendations

Chapter 8 - An International Legislative Approach to 21st-Century Terrorism

Chapter 9 - Domestic Law Enforcement's Use of Sensory-Enhancing Technology in Terrorist Situations

Part 4 - Terrorism in the 21st Century

Chapter 10 - The 21st-century Conditions Likely to Inspire Terrorism

Chapter 11 - Cyber-Biotech Terrorism: Going High Tech in the 21st Century

Chapter 12 - The Internet: A Terrorist Medium for the 21st Century

Chapter 13 - Will Terrorists Go Nuclear? A Reappraisal

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