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ID085434
Title ProperMetaphor of terror
Other Title Informationterrorism studies and the constructivist turn
LanguageENG
AuthorHülsse, Rainer ;  Spencer, Alexander
Publication2008.
Summary / Abstract (Note)Terrorism studies is fascinated with the terrorist actor. Though this may seem natural, the present article argues that a different perspective can be fruitful. From a constructivist point of view, terrorism is a social construction. The terrorist actor is a product of discourse, and hence discourse is the logical starting point for terrorism research. In particular, it is the discourse of the terrorists' adversaries that constitutes terrorist motivations, strategies, organizational structures and goals. Hence, the article suggests a shift of perspective in terrorism studies - from an actor-centred to a discourse-centred perspective.
`In' analytical NoteSecurity Dialogue Vol. 39, No. 6; Dec 2006: p571-592
Journal SourceSecurity Dialogue Vol. 39, No. 6; Dec 2006: p571-592
Key WordsMetaphor ;  Al-Qaeda ;  Terrorism ;  Constructivism ;  Discourse