Terrorism, Intelligence and Homeland Security

by Robert W. Taylor, Charles Swanson

Terrorism, Intelligence and Homeland Security draws on current research to introduce you to domestic and foreign terrorism and international responses. It takes a balanced approach to exploring national challenges, including securing the country while safeguarding civil and personal liberties. Simultaneously historical and contemporary, the text examines the interplay of terrorism, intelligence and homeland security through the lens of key people, ideas, organizations and movements. The text breaks down key issues into 4 sections: domestic and foreign threats in terms of history, geography, culture and religion; terrorist groups, their organization and their critical processes; US vulnerabilities to terrorism; and government agencies tasked with preventing terrorism. The 2nd Edition brings new attention to the Islamic State, the US Department of Homeland Security and emergency management. New boxes and enhanced resources enrich the learning experience. This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes. The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed.

512 pages, Paperback

First published March 3, 2015

Reviews

[Carter F Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book written by accomplished authors who have both an academic and practitioner perspective. The breath of material in the book is phenomenal, and does well to provide a rounded perspective of the needs in homeland security.