Terrorism: The New World Disorder (Think Now) by Nicholas Fotion


Terrorism: The New World Disorder (Think Now)
Title : Terrorism: The New World Disorder (Think Now)
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ISBN : 0826492584
ISBN-10 : 9780826492586
Language : English
Format Type : Paperback
Number of Pages : 208
Publication : First published November 30, 2007

"Terrorism poses an undeniable threat to societies throughout the world today. Martyr terrorism, the fastest growing form of terrorist activity, and arguably the most effective, has become a regular occurrence. But how has terrorist activity evolved in the last 100 years, and what are the ethical costs of terrorism? In this informative book, three philosophers, all experts on the ethics of conflict, examine the various definitions of terrorism and the nature of martyr terrorism. Through accounts of terrorist campaigns, from 19th century Russian terrorism, to the 20th century campaigns in Ireland, Israel and Greece, and contemporary campaigns in Chechnya, Afghanistan and Iraq, this fascinating book explores the ethical implications of terrorism from a philosophical perspective. Setting out the social, psychological and political causes of terrorism, the book interrogates the cases for and against terrorist activity in terms of just war theory. Articulate, provocative and stimulating, this timely book is an ideal introduction to an important contemporary social issue."

Terrorism: The New World Disorder (Think Now) Reviews

  • Rich

    Excellent, excellent book. Read it and think. Think of what your definitions are in life and how you apply justifications to similar actions of aggression. Most people spout platitudes without considering the complexities of the issue. This book is for those who appreciate the complexities...

  • Galatea

    EXTREMELY dryly written, but does the job of explaining the ethics of terrorism within the framework of Just War Theory well enough. Points taken off for how the atrocious typesetting and the tone of the book make it a slog to get through, as well as the fact that the authors actively cited Wikipedia for information on the Indonesian region of Aceh, the conflicts within Sri Lanka, and the Provisional Irish Republican Army.

    The book does what it sets out to do well enough, but it desperately needs an update today. I read it out of necessity, as it was the only academic book on the topic on hand, and the authors know their stuff both academically and in the case of Boris Kashnikov, actual military experience, having been a Captain in the Russian Federation.

  • Debika Paul

    good book