Terrorism and WMDs

Awareness and Response, Second Edition

John Pichtel

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CRC Press Inc
01 August 2016

Terrorism, armed struggle; Weapons & equipment

Terrorism and WMD’s, Second Edition provides a comprehensive, up-to-date survey of terrorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). Terrorist weapons and delivery methods are becoming increasingly sophisticated; as such, this book focuses on the chemistry and biology of WMDs, the development and history of their use, and human health effects of such weapons. Coverage of new threats, additional case studies, and the emergence of ISIL—and other terrorist actors—have been added to the new edition which will serve as an invaluable resources to students and professionals studying and working in the fields of terrorism, Homeland Security, and emergency response.

By: John Pichtel
Imprint: CRC Press Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 1.600kg
ISBN: 9781498738989
ISBN 10: 1498738982
Pages: 444
Publication Date: 01 August 2016
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

John Pichtel is a professor of Natural Resources and Environmental Management at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, where he has been a faculty member since 1987. His primary research and professional activities have been in emergency response, management of hazardous materials, remediation of contaminated sites, and environmental chemistry.

Reviews for Terrorism and WMDs: Awareness and Response, Second Edition

This is one of the best and most comprehensive textbooks on terrorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMD). -Dr. Joshua Sinai, IASCP Homeland Security Bookshelf