By Subject > History, Political Science > An Essay on the Principle of Population An Essay on the Principle of Population Author: T. R. Malthus Retail Price: $6.95 Availability: In Stock Format: Book Pages: 160 Dimensions: 5 3/8 x 8 1/2 ISBN: 0486456080 EAN: 978-0-486-45608-9 The first major study of population size and its tremendous importance to the character and quality of society, this classic examines the tendency of human numbers to outstrip their resources. Pivotal in establishing the field of demography, it remains crucial to understanding modern problems with food production and distribution. Reprint of J. Johnson, London, 1798 edition. Ready to Buy? Add this to your cart (you can always remove it later.) Shopping here is Guaranteed Safe! Here's a sample of other Dover titles that may interest your customers. An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation by Jeremy Bentham A classic of both philosophy and jurisprudence, this 1789 work articulates an important statement of the foundations of utilitarian philosophy. It also represents a pioneering study of crime and punishment. read more $12.95 The Principles of Political Economy and Taxation by David Ricardo This landmark treatise formulated the principles behind the market economy. Its foundation of the tenets of diminishing returns and economic rent led to the doctrines of distribution theory and international trade theory. read more $10.95