An Essay on the Principle of Population

Autori

• Thomas Robert Malthus

Parametri

Pagine

400pagine

Tempo di lettura

14ore

• Economia e affari
• Filosofia
• Saggistica
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Storia

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Focusing on the critical theme of population dynamics, the book presents Thomas R. Malthus's argument that unchecked population growth outpaces food supply, leading to dire societal consequences. Through mathematical proofs and scientific evidence, Malthus contends that preventive measures are essential to avoid overcrowding, disease, war, and poverty. His pessimistic outlook on humanity's future sparked significant debate among contemporary optimists and laid foundational ideas that influenced Charles Darwin's research.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1999

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