Terrorists and Freedom Fighters by Samuel Vaknin

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Author Vaknin, Samuel, 1961-
Editor Rangelovska, Lidija
Title Terrorists and Freedom Fighters
Note Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Summary "Terrorists and Freedom Fighters" by Samuel Vaknin is a scholarly examination of contentious political groups, written in the early 21st century. The text delves into the complex historical and ideological narratives surrounding various factions in the Balkans, questioning the dichotomy between those designated as "terrorists" and those labeled as "freedom fighters." The work aims to explore the motivations, methods, and ultimate consequences of these groups' actions, revealing how the same behaviors can be interpreted differently based on perspective. At the start of the book, the author introduces the fundamental concepts that underpin the ongoing conflicts in the Balkans, positing that groups claiming just causes often descend into violence and criminal behavior. Vaknin highlights the psychological mechanisms driving such organizations, emphasizing that idealism can quickly devolve into brutality. The opening portion sets the stage for a detailed exploration of specific groups, such as the Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organization (IMRO) and the Black Hand, focusing on their historical context, tactics, and the tragic outcomes of their quests for national identity and independence. The narrative unveils the chaotic interplay of competing nationalities, ideologies, and power struggles that characterize the region's troubled history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class JX: Political science: International law
Subject Terrorism
Category Text
EBook-No. 4780
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 23, 2012
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