With a new introduction and bibliography by the author.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 369-407) and index.
Explanations of political violence -- Relative deprivation and the impetus to violence -- The intensity and scope of relative deprivation -- Social origins of deprivation : sources of rising expectations -- Social origins of deprivation : determinants of value capabilities -- Perspectives on violence and politics : socialization, tradition, and legitimacy -- Perspectives on violence and politics : ideologies, utilities, and communication -- The coercive balance -- The balance of institutional support -- Causes and processes of political violence : a conclusion.