Debunking Myths About Terrorism

Think you know what's really going on in the world of terrorism? So, think again! Perceptions and feelings prevalent in the public arena do not necessarily align with the scientific findings and data, such that baseless "facts" about terrorism are sometimes presented. The reader will be exposed to myths related to the causes of terrorism - globalization, poverty, religion, suicide terrorism and the ability to defeat terrorist organizations - and learn about the extent of their truth. The reader will benefit from in-depth and well-founded information presented in a simple and accessible manner, referring to data and research. This book is unique among terrorism books, international security books and domestic terrorism books, as it seeks to bridge the knowledge gap through a succinct and lighter presentation of the weighty academic knowledge on topics such as homeland security and international terrorism.