The Age of Sacred Terror

In The Age of Sacred Terror, authors Daniel Benjamin and Steven Simon, former counterterrorism officials, unveil insights gained during their tenure at the National Security Council amidst the rise of al-Qaeda. Initially aiming to warn about an emerging threat posed by a new breed of terrorists, the book also assesses America’s security failures leading up to the September 11 attacks. It examines how these terrorists exploit vulnerabilities and offers critical perspectives on the actions needed to counter their ongoing threat, making it essential reading for understanding the complexities of modern terrorism.