Bricker, Darrell

Empty Planet: The Shock of Global Population Decline

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ISBN 13:: 9781472142979
author:: Bricker, Darrell
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Robinson
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 304
Dimensions:: 19.6 x 12.6 x 2.4 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Demography,
Condition:: New
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The global population is projected to decline, a trend that has occurred throughout history in response to catastrophe. In "Empty Planet", Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson explore the consequences of this demographic shift, drawing on research and firsthand reporting. They argue that a smaller global population will bring benefits, including higher wages, improved innovation, and reduced environmental strain, as well as greater autonomy for women in developing countries. However, this trend also poses significant challenges, including the weakening of economies and the strain on healthcare and social services. The authors examine the effects of aging populations and worker shortages, as seen in Europe and parts of Asia, and consider the implications for the rest of the developing world. By examining the potential benefits and drawbacks of a declining global population, "Empty Planet" offers a timely and thought-provoking analysis of the demographic trends shaping our world.

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