TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2011//
TI  - Terrorist (e)motives: the existential attractions of terrorism
JO  - Studies in conflict and terrorism
A1  - Cottee, Simon
A1  - Hayward, Keith
SP  - 963
EP  - 986
VL  - 34
IS  - 12
N2  - This article describes a number of possible existential motivations for engaging in terrorism. Three in particular are identified: (1) the desire for excitement, (2) the desire for ultimate meaning, and (3) the desire for glory. Terrorism, according to the argument set out here, is as much a site of individual self-drama and self-reinvention as a tactical instrument for pursuing the political goals of small groups. The conclusion explores the concept of "existential frustration," and suggests that terrorist activity may provide an outlet for basic existential desires that cannot find expression through legitimate channels.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1057-610X
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1057610X.2011.621116
ID  - ref1
ER  -