The latest edition of this classic text has been updated to reflect
current trends and implications for future demographic developments. The
areas of Africa, international migration and population and environment
have been strengthened and statistical information has been updated
throughout.
- A new edition of this classic history of demography text, which has
been updated to strengthen the major subject areas of Africa,
international migration and population and the environment
- Includes the latest statistical information, including the 2015 UN
population projections revision and developments in China's population
policy
- Information is presented in a clear and simple form, with academic
material presented accessibly for the undergraduate audience whilst
still maintaining the interest of higher level students and scholars
- The text covers issues that are crucial to the future of every species
by encouraging humanity's search for ways to prevent future
demographic catastrophes brought about by environmental or human
agency
- Analyses the changing patterns of world population growth, including
the effects of migration, war, disease, technology and culture