The Continuing Demographic Transition by G.W. Jones (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Continuing Demographic Transition by G.W. Jones, R.M. Douglas, J.C. Caldwell, R.M. D'Souza One of the most significant occurrences of the twentieth century has been the transition in many countries from tragically high death and birth rates to low rates. In the present book, leading demographers, anthropologists, sociologists, and historians examine the causes of this transition and the reasons why many other countries have not followed suit. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From the perspective of human society, one of the most significant occurrences of the twentieth century has been the demographic transition --- the movement from tragic and wastefully high death and birth rates to low rates in many countries. Many other countries, however, are still at only the early or intermediate stages of this process. In these countries, means need to be found to accelerate the transition. This book brings new evidence to bear on aspects of thedemographic trasition, with contributions from leading demographers, anthropologists, sociologists, and historians. The book ranges widely over the history and current experience of both developed anddeveloping countries, with particular emphasis on Asia and Africa. The new field of anthropological demography is strongly represented, with contributions challenging much conventional wisdom. Author Biography G. W. Jones is a Professor and Co-ordinator, Demography Program at Australian National University. R. M. Douglas is a Foundation Director at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health. J. C. Caldwell is a retired, University Fellow, Emeritus Professor, Co-ordinator of theHealth Transition Centre at the Australian National University. Review `This is an important book on a significant theme. ... a collection ... of a uniformly high quality. ... Among individual papers, that by Kertzer stands out, both for its interesting substantive dimension and for its argument for the role of culture in demographic explanationIan Pool, Population Studies, A Journal of Demography. Long Description From the perspective of human society, one of the most significant occurrences of the twentieth century has been the demographic transition --- the movement from tragic and wastefully high death and birth rates to low rates in many countries. Many other countries, however, are still at only the early or intermediate stages of this process. In these countries, means need to be found to accelerate the transition. This book brings new evidence to bear on aspects of thedemographic trasition, with contributions from leading demographers, anthropologists, sociologists, and historians. The book ranges widely over the history and current experience of both developed anddeveloping countries, with particular emphasis on Asia and Africa. The new field of anthropological demography is strongly represented, with contributions challenging much conventional wisdom. Review Text `This is an important book on a significant theme. ... a collection ... of a uniformly high quality. ... Among individual papers, that by Kertzer stands out, both for its interesting substantive dimension and for its argument for the role of culture in demographic explanationIan Pool, Population Studies, A Journal of Demography. Review Quote This is an important book on a significant theme. ... a collection ... of a uniformly high quality. ... Among individual papers, that by Kertzer stands out, both for its interesting substantive dimension and for its argument for the role of culture in demographic explanationIan Pool, Population Studies, A Journal of Demography. Feature Based on the work of leading theoreticians as well as on intensive village-level empirical researchMakes important contributions to an important new field of enquiry --- anthropological demographyExplores important issues concerning the role of culture and of government interventions in demographic change, along with more conventional explanations stressong socio-economic changeBrings together the contributions of leading researchers from both Western and developing countries Details ISBN0198292570 Short Title CONTINUING DEMOGRAPHIC TRANSIT Language English ISBN-10 0198292570 ISBN-13 9780198292579 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 1998 Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by J. C. Caldwell DOI 10.1604/9780198292579 UK Release Date 1998-01-29 AU Release Date 1998-01-29 NZ Release Date 1998-01-29 Author R.M. DSouza Pages 464 Publisher Oxford University Press Publication Date 1998-01-29 DEWEY 304.6 Illustrations line figures, tables Audience Professional & Vocational Imprint Oxford University Press We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:6842507;

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