A Social Psychology of Protest Individuals in Action

A Social Psychology of Protest Individuals in Action

A Social Psychology of Protest Individuals in Action by Jacquelien van Stekelenburg and Bert Klandermans explores how and why people join collective action in the twenty first century. The book combines perspectives from social psychology, political psychology, sociology, and political science to explain the dynamics of protest behavior and collective action.

It examines the role of social media, communication networks, and protest organizations in shaping modern political movements. Readers gain insight into how grievances, anger, and indignation turn into mobilization, creating pathways for social change, civil resistance, and activism.

This text is a valuable academic reference and textbook for psychology students as well as anyone studying collective behavior, crowd behavior, or social influence within political movements.

Key Benefits

• Explains the psychological roots of protest participation and participation factors
• Highlights the difference between instrumental motivation, expressive motivation, and identity driven action
• Provides a deeper look at politicized collective identity and its role in shaping group identity
• Covers how protest dynamics have changed with social media and digital mobilization
• Connects theory with research studies and real-world examples of activism and social change
• Written by leading scholars in social psychology and political psychology

Price in Pakistan

This book is available at affordable rates in Pakistan. The black and white edition is priced around PKR 600, while the Matt Paper edition is available for approximately PKR 1200. Prices may vary slightly across online platforms and bookshops.

Availability

The title is easily available through Books N Beyond, medical books shop, and other local distributors. Students and professionals across Pakistan can order it with home delivery and cash on delivery options. Many sellers also provide online delivery, making it convenient to order from anywhere. If you’re looking to add a trusted psychology of movements text to your shelf, you can order now with ease.