Kenneth Waltz

Political Scientist and Theory Contributor

Kenneth Waltz - Political Scientist and Theory Contributor
Born

June 8th, 1924
100 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to the field of political science, particularly through the development of theories regarding international relations. Advanced the concept of neorealism, providing a framework for understanding the structure of international politics. Authored seminal works, including 'Man, the State, and War' and 'Theory of International Politics,' both of which influenced scholarly discourse and analysis in the discipline.

Developed the theory of neorealism

Authored 'Man, the State, and War'

Published 'Theory of International Politics'

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