Twenty-First Century Fictions of Terrorism

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Focusing on the representation of terrorism in contemporary fiction, this study analyzes novels from various authors that depict terrorism as a symptom of global systems and neoliberalism. It traces the evolution of literary responses from the aftermath of 9/11 through the ongoing 'war on terror' and explores themes of state and white nationalist terror. The book delves into how literature interprets the reasons behind terrorism and its impact on victims and international relations, offering a critical examination of narrative shifts in the twenty-first century.