Part of the Longman Topics reader series, Peace, War, and Terrorism examines the complexities of the political and ethical issues surrounding war, peace, and terrorism and encourages reflective, informed writing.

This collection of readings from across the political spectrum focuses on the changing meanings of peace and war while critically examining the phenomenon of terrorism in modern life.  This collection of 39 essays provides students with background on issues such as preemptive war, terrorism, technology and war, the home front, and prospects for future peace.  This reader is divided into five chapters with six to eight selections in each.   Each chapter begins with a debate established through a pair of essays that represent opposing views.   Each debate is followed by a variety of articles that provide further information for student writing.