Malthus
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格式
精装书
页数
124
语言
英语
已发布
Dec 10, 1987
出版商
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
0192876538
ISBN-13
9780192876539
描述
Donald Winch explores the life and ideas of Thomas Robert Malthus, a figure whose theories on population growth sparked intense debate in the late 18th century. Malthus challenged the optimistic views of his time, arguing that population would always outstrip resources, leading to inevitable strife. His work not only influenced economic thought but also had lasting implications on social policies and our understanding of environmental sustainability.
As Winch unpacks Malthus’s arguments, readers are invited to reflect on the complexities of human nature, economics, and the delicate balance of society's growth. This thoughtful examination positions Malthus as a pivotal thinker whose insights continue to resonate in today’s discussions on population dynamics and resource management.
As Winch unpacks Malthus’s arguments, readers are invited to reflect on the complexities of human nature, economics, and the delicate balance of society's growth. This thoughtful examination positions Malthus as a pivotal thinker whose insights continue to resonate in today’s discussions on population dynamics and resource management.