Description: Standing Room Only The World's Exploding Population Karl Sax Demographics Growth 8 x 5.25 inch paperback book with 206 pages index & bibliography Topics may include Birth rates, population density, life expectancy, death rates, fertility rates, migration, urbanization, dependency ratio Wear on edges, corners, covers, spine. last third of pages are detached from spine. There are pen marks / underlining on some pages. - see images. The 1950s witnessed several scientific breakthroughs and advancements that had implications for population dynamics and control. Here are some notable developments during that period: The Birth Control Pill (1950s-1960s): One of the most significant breakthroughs related to population control was the development of the birth control pill. Approved for contraceptive use in the early 1960s, the pill revolutionized family planning by providing a reliable and convenient method for women to control their fertility. Mass Production of Antibiotics (Post-World War II): The mass production of antibiotics, such as penicillin, in the post-World War II era had a profound impact on public health. These drugs played a crucial role in treating bacterial infections, reducing mortality rates, and improving overall health. Better health conditions, including lower infant mortality rates, influenced population growth. International buyers (outside United States) may experience - delays from customs inspection. - import duties and taxes which buyers must pay. - brokerage fees payable at the point of delivery. ---- Combined Shipping Available I will combine similar items into as few packages as possible taking into consideration the class of shipping requested & suggest similar alternate shipping services if it is a lower cost. Do not purchase your cart items right away, instead ask me to create an invoice (s) for all your items.
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Book Title: Standing Room Only The World's expoding population
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Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Publisher: Beacon Press
Intended Audience: Adults
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Edition: New Edition (first)
Vintage: Yes
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Publication Year: 1960
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Era: 1950s
Region: World
Author: Karl Sax
Personalized: Yes
Genre: Environment, Nature & Earth
Topic: Crises, Current Affairs, Food, population, demographics, global population
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States