The Lessons of Terror: A History of Warfare Against Civilians Reprint Edition

by Caleb Carr (Author)

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Military historian Caleb Carr’s groundbreaking work anticipated America’s current debates on preemptive military action against terrorist sponsor states, reorganization of the American intelligence system, and the treatment of terrorists as soldiers in supranational armies rather than as criminals. Carr’s authoritative exploration demonstrates that the practice of terrorism, employed by national armies as well as extremists since the days of ancient Rome, is ultimately self-defeating. Far from prompting submission, it stiffens enemy resolve and never leads to long-lasting success.

Controversial on its initial publication in 2002, The Lessons of Terror has been repeatedly validated by subsequent events. Carr’s analysis of individual terrorist acts, and particularly of the history of the Middle East conflict, is fundamental to a deep understanding of the roots of terrorism as well as the steps and reforms that must be taken if the continuing threat of terrorist behavior is to be met effectively today and, finally, eradicated tomorrow.

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“The Lessons of Terror is so earnest, so well informed and so outrageous...that almost any reader will find something to love and something that will make you want to throw the book across the room. It is, in short, pure Carr.”—Newsweek

“After the deadly attacks against the United States, many Americans now may view Carr’s earlier arguments as prescient and his approach as the only one that has a chance of working. The Lessons of Terror is fascinating to read and provocative in the best sense of the word.” —The Christian Science Monitor

“A provocative history of warfare against civilians from Roman times to the present.”—Time

“It crosses political boundaries. It offends and provokes, refreshes and energizes.”—Chicago Sun-Times

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torian Caleb Carrs groundbreaking work anticipated Americas current debates on preemptive military action against terrorist sponsor states, reorganization of the American intelligence system, and the treatment of terrorists as soldiers in supranational armies rather than as criminals. Carrs authoritative exploration demonstrates that the practice of terrorism, employed by national armies as well as extremists since the days of ancient Rome, is ultimately self-defeating. Far from prompting submission, it stiffens enemy resolve and never leads to long-lasting success.

Controversial on its initial publication in 2002, The Lessons of Terror has been repeatedly validated by subsequent events. Carrs analysis of individual terrorist acts, and particularly of the history of the Middle East conflict, is fundamental to a deep understanding of the roots of terrorism as well as the steps and reforms that must be taken if the continuing threat of terrorist beha

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Paperback: 302 pages
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks; Reprint edition (March 11, 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0375760741
ISBN-13: 978-0375760747
Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.7 x 8 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 52 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #904,459 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1811 in Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Politics & Government > Specific Topics > Terrorism
- #1822 in Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Politics & Government > International & World Politics > Middle Eastern
- #1969 in Books > History > Military > Strategy

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Jack

More than worth reading if you are interested in politics of historical warfare

April 25, 2011

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Despite the critism, this is a good book. I bought it after seeing him speak on CSPAN. It is post 9/11 so it does address that but our recent bought with islamic terrorism is not the main emphasis. Rather he explores some very interesting and rather obscure parts of history, including Rome's uses of terror, warfare in the 1500s, and Sherman's March. While I am sure people can stress their mind to prove that some form of terrorism can work (such as the other critic's example of Hiroshima), Carr's main point is nonetheless very compelling. It should probably apply to any "hearts and minds" strategy now in Afganistan or Iraq, as well as applicable lessons in Israel/Palestine. You may not agree with his conclusions (though I do), but it is informative.

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Daniel Henegan

Short and powerful

January 28, 2018

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I first became a fan of Caleb Carr by reading his novels. From them can be discerned his true wisdom and thoughtful insights as expressed in The Lessons of Terror. Sobering and powerful.

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Bufford D. Moore

A thoughtful presentation, should be read by everyone

October 22, 2003

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This book, by a trained miliatry historian, lays out a case for the avoidance of terror against civilian populations. It then goes on to define terror in ways I had never considered.
Particularly disturbing are several discussions about the consistency with which indiginous military trained by an outside invader turn on that selfsame invader after the invasion is over. ( Sound familiar? Mujahadeen anyone?)
The early sections on the tactics of the Roman Empire were quite revealing, particularly given the parallels with modern practice.
Well worth the time.

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S. Dunn

Great book, but it was not an easy read

December 5, 2017

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I purchased the Kindle version and needed to get some references. Great book, but it was not an easy read.

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Robin G. Clayton

Five Stars

June 17, 2018

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Love Caleb Carr, always learn something new.

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Teja McDaniel

A definition, history and sollution to today's terrorism.

July 28, 2014

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When walking into a new school/dojo of a new professor/sensei, one needs to set aside one's catalog of lessons. As Bruce Lee had said, you need to empty the glass and approach the new studies with a clear vessel. This does not mean totally eliminate what you have learned previously, but be receptive to the new material. Caleb Carr's The Lessons of Terror will challenge your preconceived perceptions of terrorism and a perspective of history, unique, jarring, well supported and paramount to the current active climate of terror in the world. There are many lessons to learn and I can only wish our governing powers would adopt Mr. Carr's suggestions. Yes, it is controvercial, but we need leadership today, not soft treading politicians. Leaders are not afraid to take difficult, sometimes unpopular actions. I highly recommend The Lessons of Terror. Without historical perspective and a vision for action, we really don't understand the scope of today's terrorism.

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Gerald Tieman

Excellent.

August 15, 2013

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There are many, many extraordinary books. This doesn't make the top echelon. However, I learned a lot from it - information that was at times disheartening, but needed. I certainly recommend it.

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William

Brief and to the Point!

November 11, 2005

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Mr. Carr has written a concise(small enough to fit in a hip pocket) history of warfare against Civilians. I would recommend this as an excellent primer on the subject. In my belief this should be regarded as a political history as well as a military history.

Saying that, I will add some of his conclusions about reforms are overly simplistic.

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