Terrorism versus democracy: the liberal state response

Terrorism, insurgency, and asymmetrical conflict

The emergence of modern terrorism

Origins and key characteristics of Al Qaeda

Terrorist backed insurgencies

Politics, diplomacy, and peace processes : pathways out of terrorism?

Law-enforcement, criminal justice, and the liberal state

The role of the military in combating terrorism

Hostage-taking, sieges, and problems of response

Aviation security

The media and terrorism

International cooperation against terrorism

The future of terrorism.