Malthus: A Very Short Introduction

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Donald Winch (Emeritus Professor of Intellectual History at the University of Sussex)

Malthus

A Very Short Introduction

Donald Winch (Emeritus Professor of Intellectual History at the University of Sussex)

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Oxford University Press
09 July 2013

Biography: general; Philosophy; Population & demography; Economics; Political economy

Series: Very Short Introductions

Thomas Robert Malthus (1766-1834) was an English cleric whose ideas, as expounded in his most famous work the Essay on the Principle of Population, caused a storm of controversy. In this Very Short Introduction, Donald Winch explains and clarifies Malthus's ideas, assessing the profound influence he has had on modern economic thought.

Concentrating on his writings, Winch sheds light on the context in which he wrote and why his work has remained controversial. Looking at Malthus's early life as well as the evolution of his theories from population to political economy, Winch considers why and how Malthus's writings have been so influential in the thought of later figures such as Darwin and Keynes.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Donald Winch (Emeritus Professor of Intellectual History at the University of Sussex)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 174mm, Width: 114mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 116g
ISBN: 9780199670413
ISBN 10: 0199670412
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 152
Publication Date: 09 July 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Acknowledgements 1: Reputation 2: Life 3: Population: the first Essay 4: Population: the second Essay 5: From population to political economy 6: The political economy of stable growth 7: Conclusion References Further reading

<br>Donald Winch is Emeritus Professor of Intellectual History at the University of Sussex. His publications include Adam Smith's Politics, That Noble Science of Politics (with Stefan Collini and John Burrow), and Riches and Poverty: An Intellectual History of Political Economy in Britain, 1750-1834. <br>

Reviews for Malthus: A Very Short Introduction

With population growth and food availability remaining major economic and social issues today, it is little wonder that Malthus ideas continue to resonate. This accessible and thorough clarification of his ideas is therefore as timely and relevant as ever. * Nicholas J. McMeniman, Australian Commonwealth Government, Political Studies Review *