Man, the State, and War: A Theoretical Analysis

A foundational text in international relations theory, this book examines the causes of war through three levels of analysis: human nature, the internal structure of states, and the international system. Waltz explores classical political philosophers including Rousseau, Kant, and Spinoza to develop his influential "three images" framework. This work laid the groundwork for Waltz's later development of neorealism and remains essential reading for students of political science and international relations.