Why we need to think more like economists to successfully combat terrorism
Alan Krueger was one of the most respected economists of his generation, advising two presidents and helping to instill greater empiricism in economics. In What Makes a Terrorist, he argues that if we are to correctly assess the root causes of terrorism and successfully address the threat, we must think more like economists do. Krueger examines the factors that motivate individuals to participate in terrorism, drawing inferences from their economic, social, religious, and political backgrounds. Many popular ideas about terrorists are fueled by falsehoods, misinformation, and fearmongering. This 10th anniversary edition of What Makes a Terrorist puts the threat squarely into perspective, bringing needed clarity to one of the greatest challenges of our generation.
| ISBN: | 9780691196077 |
| Publication date: | 11th October 2019 |
| Author: | Alan B Krueger |
| Publisher: | Princeton University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 232 pages |
| Series: | Lionel Robbins Lectures |
| Genres: |
Terrorism, armed struggle Violence and abuse in society International economics |
Why we need to think more like economists to successfully combat terrorism
Alan Krueger was one of the most respected economists of his generation, advising two presidents and helping to instill greater empiricism in economics. In What Makes a Terrorist, he argues that if we are to correctly assess the root causes of terrorism and successfully address the threat, we must think more like economists do. Krueger examines the factors that motivate individuals to participate in terrorism, drawing inferences from their economic, social, religious, and political backgrounds. Many popular ideas about terrorists are fueled by falsehoods, misinformation, and fearmongering. This 10th anniversary edition of What Makes a Terrorist puts the threat squarely into perspective, bringing needed clarity to one of the greatest challenges of our generation.
What Makes a Terrorist features in the following genres: Terrorism, armed struggle, Violence and abuse in society, International economics
What Makes a Terrorist is available in Paperback, Hardback, Ebook
What Makes a Terrorist was written by Alan B Krueger and published by Princeton University Press
What Makes a Terrorist has 232 pages
Yes it is part of Lionel Robbins Lectures series