political violence

Describes the turmoil of the 1960's and 1970's in America as young, middle-class radicals from prosperous families attempted to overthrow the government by armed force. Conveys the intensity of moral purpose and political conviction that drove some of the radicals to violence and interprets the logic of these movements as well as the limits of dissent in democratic societies. Also illuminates pressing issues about the role of militancy in contemporary protest movements.

The untold story of the Weathermen and the Weather Underground from its incendiary beginnings to its tumultuous end. Uses dozens of in-depth interviews to trace the group's evolution in relation to civil rights, Black Power, and anti-war movements.

Surveys events surrounding the bombing of the Oklahoma City Federal Building and scrutinizes the investigation by federal authorities.

Twelve-year-old Liam Fogarty seeks the help of the police after his parents are murdered, but discovers he may not be able to trust them and must learn to survive on his own.

Presents a collection of essays that provide information on ethnic violence, discussing the roots of the problem, looking at its manifestations in different countries, and exploring ways to prevent ethnic conflicts.

Discusses the background and development of the conflict between the Irish Republican Army fighting for the Catholics in Ireland and the British government forces supporting the Irish Protestants.

Places ethnic violence in a historical perspective and discusses causes and cures for it.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that chronicle the conflict in Northern Ireland from 1968 to 1999, covering people, parties, organizations, and key places involved in the conflict.

Contains twelve essays that provide varying perspectives on political activism, discussing government support through funding and policy, grassroots organizations, outsourced, Internet, and student activism, and other topics, and including contact information for organizations and a bibliography.