Explore the critical origins of political violence and terrorism with this essential comparative analysis. Tiffiany Howard meticulously examines how pervasive deprivation within failed states compels ordinary citizens toward extreme political acts, offering a deep dive into the root causes of global unrest. This authoritative work is a must-read for students and scholars of political science, international relations, and security studies in India. Gain a data-driven understanding of state fragility and its profound, violent consequences.