Homeland Security: A Complete Guide To Understanding, Preventing, And Surviving Terrorism - Couverture rigide

Sauter, Mark; Carafano, James

 
9780071440646: Homeland Security: A Complete Guide To Understanding, Preventing, And Surviving Terrorism
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 007144064X ISBN 13 : 9780071440646
Editeur : McGraw-Hill Professional, 2005

Synopsis

Homeland Security: A Complete Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Surviving Terrorism is the authoritative textbook on one of the most important topics facing our nation. From complex policy issues to common terrorist tactics, Homeland Security provides a practical foundation for professionals, students, and concerned citizens alike. Designed for readers who need to understand both the “big picture” and their own roles in the war against terror, the book provides a clear, comprehensive and fascinating overview of an increasingly complex and misunderstood topic. This indispensable reference, filled with fascinating real-life examples and tips, covers the basics of homeland security such as: national strategies and principles; federal, state and local roles; terrorist history and tactics; cyber-terrorism; business preparedness; critical infrastructure protection; weapons of mass destruction; and key policy issues. Perfect for academic and training classrooms, each chapter includes an overview, learning objectives, source document, discussion topic, summary, and quiz.

Media Reviews:"Homeland Security is much more than a textbook. It is an indispensable reference resource for those seeking to understand how terrorists operateand the structures and mechanisms that have been developed to respond to the magnitude of the terrorist threats confronting us" Washington Times, "Securing America" By Joshua Sinai, August 2, 2005>Published

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À propos de l?auteur

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Éditeur
McGraw-Hill Professional
Date d'édition
2005
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
007144064X
ISBN 13 
9780071440646
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
512
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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