Saints and Soldiers

In her compelling book, Saints and Soldiers, renowned counterterrorism expert Rita Katz delves into the evolution of terrorist movements that thrive predominantly in the digital realm. Published by Columbia University Press in 2022, this insightful hardback spans 368 pages and explores the complex landscape of groups like ISIS and QAnon. Katz emphasizes the urgent need for innovative strategies, highlighting that traditional methods such as arrests and military campaigns are no longer sufficient to combat these modern threats. Saints and Soldiers serves as a crucial guide for understanding and addressing the challenges posed by a new generation of online extremism, making it an essential read for policymakers, scholars, and anyone interested in the dynamics of contemporary terrorism.