Tilly, Charles

Charles Tilly was a prominent sociologist and political scientist known for his work on social movements, state formation, and social change. He explored how collective action and organizations influence political and social structures. Tilly emphasized that the development of states is driven by conflicts and interactions among groups vying for power and resources. His research helps explain how societies evolve through various processes of mobilization, protest, and negotiation, shedding light on the forces behind modern political institutions and social transformations.