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This new handbook is a comprehensive collection of cutting-edge essays that investigate the contribution of Critical Terrorism Studies to our understanding of contemporary terrorism and counterterrorism.

Terrorism remains one of the most important security and political issues of our time. After 9/11, Critical Terrorism Studies (CTS) emerged as an alternative…

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1 author picked Routledge Handbook of Critical Terrorism Studies as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

It offers a fresh, bold alternative to mainstream terrorism studies, challenging the dominant state-centric frameworks.

I appreciate how it gives voice to marginalized perspectives, particularly those critical of Western policies. Its interdisciplinary approach helped me link terrorism with issues like identity, language, and empire.

It’s not just a handbook—it’s a manifesto for rethinking security.

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