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"This book is a major contribution to Collins' influential theories of violence. It has a breadth and novelty of argument that can't be found elsewhere."

-- Ralph Schroeder, Oxford University

"Collins offers a fresh and provocative perspective on the sociology of violence and grand theory."

--Elijah Anderson, Yale University

"Collins offers a way forward for sociology free of moralizing, doctrine, and prejudice that infects the work of others. Although instructors of a very wide range of courses teach Collins's many books, this book is clearly a great choice for courses on sociological theory, historical sociology, political sociology, sociology of violence and conflict, and courses on public order/crowds/movements."

--Anthony King, University of Warwick