An Essay on the Principle of Population (Oxford World's Classics)

An Essay on the Principle of Population (Oxford World's Classics)

by Geoffrey Gilbert (Editor), Geoffrey Gilbert (Editor), Thomas Malthus (Author)

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Malthus's Essay looks at the perennial tendency of humans to outstrip their resources: reproduction always exceeds food production. Today Malthus remains a byword for concern about man's demographic and ecological prospects. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 172
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 12 Jun 2008

ISBN 10: 0199540454
ISBN 13: 9780199540457

Author Bio
He is also the author of many articles on Malthus, the Poor Law, and the Welfare State. He is currently researching a book on Malthus and poverty.