Examines the history of international movements during the twentieth century designed to control global population that led to things such as sterilization camps in India and the one-child policy in China; and describes how these programs changed society and culture around the world.
A critical analysis of foreign aid programs that provide birth control to developing countries, discussing the economic and social consequences of reducing population growth.
Considers the global consequences of continued population growth and the various options for dealing with its impact on the environment and natural resources.