The Age of Sacred Terror,

Authors

S. Douglas Smith

Abstract

Were you to begin with the last chapter of this book, “A World of Terror,” you would note that radical Islamists do not have an exclusive hold on terror as a strategic weapon. In fact, you might be well advised to consider reading this chapter first, to understand that ex- tremist adherents of Christianity as well as other faiths also have employed sa- cred terror as a tool in the pursuit of their aims. If, on the other hand, you choose to begin with chapter 1, you will receive a good overview of the terrorist events of the past ten to twelve years, with a focus on those of Islamic origin.

Recommended Citation

Smith, S. Douglas (2004) "The Age of Sacred Terror,," Naval War College Review: Vol. 57: No. 1, Article 25.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol57/iss1/25