Description
Book SynopsisDeterring Rational Fanatics provides a full-scale discussion of deterrence theory concepts and controversies, assessing the utility of relying on the logic of deterrence to counter contemporary terrorism. Alex S. Wilner's analysis shows that militant behavior can indeed be altered through the logic of deterrence.
Trade Review"
Deterring Rational Fanatics provides an accurate and informed assessment of current thinking about deterrence theory and an effort to determine the impact of targeted killings." * James J. Wirtz, School of International Graduate Studies at the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey *
"Wilner's perceptive analysis and detail-driven empirical work are convincing and well anchored in the broader deterrence debate." * Thomas Rid, King's College London *
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction 1
Chapter 2. Deterrence Theory: Exploring Core Concepts
Chapter 3. Deterring Terrorism: Contemporary Debates
Chapter 4. Targeted Killings: Theory, Practice, and Consequence
Chapter 5. Targeting the Taliban: Coercive Lessons from Afghanistan
Chapter 6. Moving Ahead with Deterrence Theory
Appendix: Research Design and Methodology
Notes
Index
