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Junior/Intermediate/Secondary (Gr. 6-9) (3z...(Bseries explains a wide range of aspects of global problems and makes brief suggestions for solving them. (3z(BTerrorism(3y... (Bincludes chapter spreads on jihad, cyberterrorism, and state-supported terrorism... There's also room for the personal, as each title explores the impact of the issues on everyday life. (3z(BNew Global Economies(3y (Bis... valuable... showcasing... a challenge that is lesser-known than those... in the other books... titles feature clear, serviceable writing, and a layout that facilitates navigation. Sidebars provide quotes from scientists and others, and... "Thought Boxes" containing discussion questions are sprinkled throughout. A well-rounded examination of a variety of issues.(3y <(BU+2013> School Library Journal, Apr/10.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
What is terrorism? -- Terrorism in the past -- Changing times -- A worldwide audience -- A holy war? -- Jihad -- 9/11 -- Afghanistan -- Counter-terrorism -- Dealing with suspected terrorists -- Iraq -- A different world -- State-supported terror -- Funding terror -- Cyber-terrorism -- From terrorist to leader -- Into the future.
