An Essay on the Principle of Population

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The essay presents Thomas Malthus's groundbreaking 'principle of population,' which argues that population growth will inevitably outpace food supply, leading to societal challenges. Written in response to contemporary thinkers like William Godwin, Malthus's work was initially published anonymously due to its controversial implications that conflicted with prevailing Christian views on charity. His ideas sparked significant debate and laid the groundwork for future discussions on economics and population dynamics.