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Theories of terrorism: Instrumental and organizational approaches

Martha Crenshaw
- 01 Dec 1987 - 
- Vol. 10, Iss: 4, pp 13-31
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Theories of terrorism: Instrumental and organizational approaches as mentioned in this paper, is an example of a theory of terrorism that can be found in the work of the authors of the present paper.
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(1987). Theories of terrorism: Instrumental and organizational approaches. Journal of Strategic Studies: Vol. 10, Inside Terrorist Organizations, pp. 13-31.

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