The Problem of Population (Classic Reprint)

Harold Cox

ISBN 10: 1332181562 / ISBN 13: 9781332181568

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This fascinating book assesses the impact of population growth on human well-being, from the personal and familial level to the national and international stage. The author explains that as a population expands, its growth rate slows, a principle which applies not only to individuals but also to groups, both human and animal, and indeed even plants. Drawing parallels with Malthus's work, the author contends that human populations, unlike plant populations, have the potential to increase food production and thus escape the constraints of the natural environment. However, the author demonstrates that this is only possible up to a point, as all resources are finite, and that if a population continues to grow unchecked, poverty and misery will inevitably ensue. Suggesting that the problem of overpopulation has been exacerbated by the Industrial Revolution, which has led to urbanization and reduced mortality rates, the author proposes that it might be addressed through either reducing birth rates or increasing death rates, although the latter is of course undesirable. The book concludes that nations must either agree to limit population growth or enter into defensive alliances to protect themselves from overpopulated neighbors. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781332181568_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Problem of Population (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332181562
• ISBN 13: 9781332181568
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Sociology

About this title

Synopsis

How populations rise and fall shape health, work, and everyday life—and what we can do about it.

This exploration looks at how high birth rates affect infant mortality, family welfare, and the burden on society. It discusses the limits of state involvement, the ethics of birth control, and the practical challenges families and communities face in different nations.

The discussion centers on the links between birth rates, child health, and the capacity of societies to provide care. It cites historical statistics, public health reports, and policy debates to illuminate why population matters for progress, safety, and human happiness. The book presents a broad view from early 20th‑century concerns about overcrowding to concerns about modern welfare and medical care—without speculating beyond the evidence at hand.

• How birth rates influence infant mortality and long‑term health outcomes.
• Debates over state support for mothers, childcare, and the risks of public programs.
• Connections between population trends, housing, and economic conditions.
• Historical examples from different countries to illustrate patterns and policy questions.

Ideal for readers of social history, public health, and policy debates who want a clear, evidence‑grounded look at population and its consequences.