Description
Discover 'An Essay on the Principle of Population and Other Writings', a compelling text that dives deep into the crucial themes of social economy, demography, and population control. Written by Thomas Robert Malthus and published in 1798, this influential work presents provocative insights into the relationship between human population growth and food production. Malthus famously predicted the Malthusian catastrophe, a theory that still resonates today, highlighting the precarious balance between population dynamics and natural resources. This thought-provoking book explores essential questions relevant to modern social theory, economics, and environmental challenges. The edition we offer is a brand new B-format paperback published by Penguin UK in 2015, featuring a detailed introduction by Robert Mayhew. Spanning 352 pages, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the historical impact of Malthus's work and its lasting implications for contemporary society and future sustainability. Ideal for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of ecological economics, this volume not only sheds light on Malthus's theories but also encourages deep reflection on the ongoing population debates and environmental policies today. Don't miss out on adding this critical piece of literature to your collection and understanding the key ideas shaping demography and social economy. Order today and be part of the conversation about sustainability and population growth!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141392820
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352
Description:
The provocative historical work on social economy, demography and population control
Malthus' life's work on human population and its dependency on food production and the environment was highly controversial on publication in 1798. He predicted what is known as the Malthusian catastrophe, in which humans would disregard the limits of natural resources and the world would be plagued by famine and disease. He significantly influenced the thinking of Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace and his theories continue to raise important questions today in the fields of social theory, economics and the environment.
With an introduction by Robert Mayhew.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141392820
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352
Description:
The provocative historical work on social economy, demography and population control
Malthus' life's work on human population and its dependency on food production and the environment was highly controversial on publication in 1798. He predicted what is known as the Malthusian catastrophe, in which humans would disregard the limits of natural resources and the world would be plagued by famine and disease. He significantly influenced the thinking of Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace and his theories continue to raise important questions today in the fields of social theory, economics and the environment.
With an introduction by Robert Mayhew.