Terror and War provides the reader with contemporary insights into military strategy, radicalization and the challenges associated with countering the rising influence of terrorism. Twenty Essays is a cautionary and timely collection of works given the current inter-state and domestic tensions present within the world.The author has seen operational service on several occasions through Southern Asia, the Middle East and domestically, all of which centered on countering terrorism. This lived experience provides the reader with unique perspectives that complement the analysis of counter terrorism theory and military thinking. The outcome is an immersive and sobering reflection on the challenges facing policy makers and society more broadly.