In times of growing resistance at national and transnational level, the bridging of knowledge in International Relations and Social Movement Studies emerges as all the more needed. In this enterprise, the conceptualization of rule beyond the national level is a challenge that this book addresses convincingly, starting from the perspective of resistant actors. Theoretically original and empirically rich, this volume provides a ground-breaking contribution to the understanding of some of the most relevant conflicts nowadays.

Donatella Della Porta, Dean of the Department of Political and Social Sciences, Scuola Normale Superiore

Hierarchy, stable asymmetries, the structure of rule in IR: finally on the front burner. Studying rule by reference to patterns of resistance manifest in transnational social movements, and not just to the rules in play: a brand new menu. The dynamics of contestation, escalation, and refusal: fresh ingredients. In the kitchen: an ensemble of skillful cooks. This volume: a splendid three-course dinner.

Nicholas Onuf, Professor Emeritus of International Relations, Florida International University

This book eloquently combines social movements and international relations studies to provide an innovative approach for understanding the interaction between rule and resistance. The authors offer a range of transnational empirical examples which illustrate the three ideal types of interaction - contestation, escalation and exit. An equally insightful read for students of social movements and international relations.

Katrin Uba, Associate Professor of Political Science, Uppsala University, Sweden