Population Matters

Population Matters: In current intellectual & public discourse, the entire modern world-from the affluent United States to the poorest low-income regions-is beset today by a broad & alarming array of "population problems." Around the globe, leading scientists, academics, & political figures attribute poverty, hunger, social tension, & even political conflict to contemporary demographic trends. These authorities assert that the size, composition, & growth rate of population routinely pose direct & major threats to human well being. They argue for interventions aimed specifically at altering society's demographic rhythms. In this wide-ranging & carefully reasoned book, renowned demographer & social scientist challenges these ideas & exposes their glaring intellectual shortcomings.Simon, Julian is the author of 'Population Matters' with ISBN 9780887383007 and ISBN 0887383009.