A Modern History of Maritime Terrorism

From the Fenian Ram to Explosive-Laden Drone Boats

Peter Lehr, Senior Lecturer in Terrorism Studies, Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV), School of International Relations, University of St Andrews,UK

A Modern History of Maritime Terrorism: From the Fenian Ram to Explosive-Laden Drone Boats is a comprehensive and insightful examination of the evolution of maritime terrorism in the modern era. Navigating the past, present and future of maritime terrorism, Peter Lehr outlines its history and definitions, its current manifestations, locations and actors, and its possible future trajectories.

‘Peter Lehr has produced an outstanding book on the history of maritime terrorism. By providing historical insights about our understanding of maritime terrorism with an in-depth analysis of highly interesting contemporary case studies, the book makes a substantial contribution to our understanding of both the historical and empirical dynamics of the phenomenon. Indeed, this is an excellent book which provides a very interesting and compelling analysis of an important and largely under-researched topic.’
– Christian Kaunert, Dublin City University, Ireland and University of South Wales, UK

“彼得莱尔是一个Modern History of Maritime Terrorism addresses an important and neglected area of terrorism studies. The potential for maritime terror has escalated dramatically since the October 2000 attack on the USS Cole. Lehr’s study offers a compelling, thoughtful and well-researched account of the history of maritime terrorism, its current manifestations, locations and perpetrators and potential future trajectories. This fine volume will be of enduring use to both scholars of terrorism and counter-terror practitioners.’
– David Martin Jones, King's College London, UK