The first major book on ISIS to be published since the summer of 2014, when the group emerged on the international stage. Based on unique sources of information and material, as well as groundbreaking research, Stern and Berger describe the roots of ISIS as the powerful terrorist organization it has become.

'State of Terror' explores the 'chilling pornography' of pre-jihadist videos, the alluring attraction of 'jihadist style', and the astounding effectiveness of the Islamic State's use of social media to attract and recruit citizens from countries like the United States, Great Britain, and France.

Although the picture Stern and Berger paint is pessimistic, 'State of Terror' also offers well-informed thoughts on potential governmental responses to ISIS. Emphasized is the need to change our current perceptions of terrorism and to react swiftly to the rapidly changing jihadist landscape, both online and offline.

'State of Terror: Jihad in the 21st Century' is not just a compelling narrative of the evolution of a terrorist organization, but also an essential book that attempts to answer the question of what our next move should be – as a country, as a government, as a global community.

Pages: 432, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm