Uncover the critical sociological analysis of how terror is constructed and wielded in the modern world. This insightful book delves beyond acts of terrorism, revealing the intricate ways media and political forces manipulate public perception for social and political control. Explore a comparative study that dissects the ‘state of terror’ as a manufactured phenomenon, offering crucial academic insights. Essential reading for students and scholars of sociology, political science, media studies, and criminology seeking deeper understanding of deviance and social control.