Twelve Important Titles Detailing Some of the Most Horrifying Terrorist Attacks Around the World Terrorism hit home for most Americans on September 11, 2001, but teens may be surprised to learn that acts of terrorism have ravaged the world for years. This dramatic series reports the details of several of modern history's most horrifying terrorist acts, and includes current theories on why individuals or groups resort to terrorism. Each book describes a terrorist act in full detail, and contains information on post-attack investigations and trials and the attack's effect on history. Of all the horrific events of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the crash of United Flight 93 will always be surrounded by mystery. Experts have been able to cobble together a story based on flight data recordings and phone calls to the victims' loved ones. Buell uses all available information to tell the heartbreaking tale of terror, courage, and what it means to be American.