War and Strategy in Theory and Practice

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Covers the major debates surrounding the nature of war and the meaning of strategy. Through classic works and contemporary scholarship, analyzes the relationship between politics and war, explores different ways of warfare, and examines strategic and military cultures across states. Case studies span the early 20th century, with a focus on the First World War as a transformative event. Readings and debates engage leading theorists and historians, preparing students to critically think about continuity and change in war while building a framework for subsequent courses.