Counter-terrorism and Human Rights

Security yes, but at what price? This book, by a noted expert in the field, addresses the key issue of our time in a succinct and engaging style, bringing to the fore compelling and contemporary human rights issues. An objective guide to the current state of counter-terrorist policy and human rights The first book of its kind - a dispassionate guide to the major points of issue Contains further reading tips and a guide to online materialThe ever-present threat of terrorism and the growing human-rights backlash against anti-terrorist policies are becoming ever more significant on the international stage. Constant media-coverage and public concern have characterised the debate over the last ten years.This book is a fair and objective assessment of counter-terrorist policy and human rights worldwide, and covers a wide breadth of international material. While raising key questions for reader consideration, this book aims for straight-forward consideration, leaving polemic to the reader.David Whittaker was formerly senior lecturer in international relations at Teeside university. Now a freelance expert on terrorism, his books includeThe Terrorism Reader and Asylum-Seekers and RefugeesandTerrorism: Understanding the Global Threat.

David J. Whittaker is a retired university lecturer and prolific author. His previous books include The Terrorism Reader (2001) and Terrorism: Understanding the Global Threat(2002).