Digital Extremisms: Readings in Violence, Radicalisation and Extremism in the Online Space 2020 Edition Contributor(s): Littler, Mark (Editor), Lee, Benjamin (Editor) |
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ISBN: 3030301370 ISBN-13: 9783030301378 Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan OUR PRICE: $151.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2020 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Criminology |
Dewey: 363.23 |
Series: Palgrave Studies in Cybercrime and Cybersecurity |
Physical Information: 0.69" H x 5.83" W x 8.27" (1.08 lbs) 268 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book explores the use of the internet by (non-Islamic) extremist groups, drawing together research by scholars across the social sciences and humanities. It offers a broad overview of the best of research in this area, including research contributions that address far-right, (non-Islamic) religious, animal rights, and nationalist violence online, as well as a discussion of the policy and research challenges posed by these unique and disparate groups. It offers an academically rigorous, introductory text that addresses extremism online, making it a valuable resource for students, practitioners and academics seeking to understand the unique characteristics such risks present. |