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Routledge
26 November 2025
This thoroughly revised and updated edition explores the evolution and persistence of terrorism by examining the core motivations—religious, ethnic, and political—driving violent extremist groups and individuals.

Global Terrorism, Fifth Edition, features a variety of comprehensive case studies, and expanded coverage on:

The intersection between terrorism and insurgency

Modern terrorism financing networks

Emerging weapons and tactical innovations, such as the use of drones and online extremism

Right-Wing Extremism (RWE)

Updated case studies

The Hamas–Israel conflict in Gaza

Counter-terrorism strategies

How terrorism ends

By placing contemporary events within broader historical and geopolitical contexts, the authors demonstrate that terrorism is not confined to any single region, ideology, or tactical approach. The book’s flexible structure allows instructors and readers to focus on specific aspects most relevant to their interests. It will be an essential text for upperlevel undergraduate courses in political science, international relations, security studies, peace and conflict studies, and history, and an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexity of global terrorism and the challenges it presents to the entire world.
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Imprint:   Routledge
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Edition:   5th edition
Dimensions:   Height: 246mm,  Width: 174mm, 
ISBN:   9781032849645
ISBN 10:   1032849649
Pages:   390
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  ELT Advanced ,  Primary
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming

Brenda J. Lutz earned a PhD in politics from the University of Dundee in the United Kingdom. She is a Political Scientist in the Boston area, and specialises in terrorism, international political violence, and animal justice. She has presented at conferences around the world and has written numerous books, chapters, and articles; many with the late James M. Lutz. Andrew T. H. Tan (PhD) is a graduate of Sydney, Cambridge, and the National University of Singapore. He is Non-Resident Principal Fellow at the Institute for Indo-Pacific Affairs, New Zealand, and was previously Professor of Security Studies, Macquarie University, Australia. He specialises in security studies, terrorism and insurgency, defence studies, and Indo-Pacific international relations. He is author, co-author, editor, and co-editor of 25 books. Julian Droogan is a Professor, School of International Studies at Macquarie University, Australia. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism (Routledge). His research focuses on online extremism and disinformation, South Asian violent extremism, and terrorist cultures.

Reviews for Global Terrorism

""Global Terrorism remains the gold standard for students and professionals seeking a comprehensive and objective global breath with an understanding of terrorism. The authors offer a powerful combination of clarity, and scharlythunder. This 5th edition is essential reading for courses in political science and security studies and beyond..."" - Dr. Tony Piscitelli, PhD Norwich University Sr' Lecturer ""The fifth edition continues the practice of the previous four in providing a comprehensive coverage of terrorism in a global setting, not just on the Middle East and/or Islam. The case study approach provides students with the necessary details on many different types of terrorist groups and other aspects of terrorism, such as weapons, strategies, targets, ideologies, and counterterrorism. Global Terrorism is well written and is unique in its coverage and organization."" - Jeffrey Ian Ross, Ph.D., University of Baltimore, USA ""Now in its fully revised and updated fifth edition, Global Terrorism remains the definitive textbook and reference for the study of terrorism and violent non-state actors in the contemporary world. Comprehensive, clear, and authoritative, it is an indispensable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners alike. Highly recommended."" - Professor Michael Rainsborough, Academic Principal, Australian War College, Canberra


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