The Malthusian Handbook

The Malthusian Handbook, written anonymously in 1898, is a socio-political guide that addresses the connection between poverty and population growth. It argues that unchecked population increase is a primary cause of social issues and aims to educate the lower classes on family size control as a means to combat poverty. This work is notable for its early advocacy of birth control and Malthusian principles, reflecting the socio-economic concerns of its time.