"This highly relevant title examines terrorism in its different forms, from cyber attacks to bombings and state terrorism. Extremism and the ways in which people are convinced to believe extreme points of view are explained, balanced with information on how to combat radicalization. Historic and contemporary examples of terrorism also give readers context."

Includes index.

What is terrorism? -- What is extremism? -- Terrorism and extremism -- Types of terrorism -- Types of extremism -- Terrorism and extremism in history -- Fighting terrorism and extremism -- Police and intelligence -- The media -- Class discussions.