Malthus Thomas

Thomas Malthus was an 18th-century British scholar known for his theories on population growth. He argued that populations tend to grow exponentially while resources, such as food, increase at a linear rate. This imbalance leads to inevitable shortages, resulting in famine, disease, and mortality, which he believed would control population size. Malthus's ideas sparked significant debate about sustainability and population policy, influencing views on economics, ecology, and society. His work, particularly the essay "An Essay on the Principle of Population," remains relevant in discussions about population dynamics and environmental challenges today.