A Comparative View of the Mortality of the Human Species, at All Ages (eBook)

And of the Diseases and Casualties by Which They Are Destroyed or Annoyed. Illustrated With Charts and Tables

William Black (Autor)

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2019
324 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766460447-7 (EAN)

Infos

In 'A Comparative View of the Mortality of the Human Species, at All Ages,' William Black presents a meticulous examination of demographic patterns and mortality rates across different age groups and populations. Employing a rigorous analytical approach, Black integrates statistical data with a clear literary style, enhancing the comprehension of complex medical and social issues of his time. The text serves not only as a pioneering work in the field of demography and public health but also reflects the socio-economic conditions of the 19th century, providing context for the variances in mortality influenced by factors such as poverty, disease, and medical advancements. William Black, a notable figure in statistics and public health reform, was deeply influenced by the burgeoning understanding of human health during the Industrial Revolution. His engagement with data and a desire to illuminate the disparities in health outcomes stemmed from personal experiences and observations in a rapidly changing society. His commitment to using empirical evidence to inform social policy is evident throughout this work, as he scrutinizes mortality as a metric of societal wellbeing. This book is highly recommended for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in the foundations of demographic studies and public health. Black's insightful analysis not only offers valuable historical context but also fosters a deeper understanding of mortality trends that resonate through to contemporary discussions about health equity and population dynamics.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 26.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete
• Schlagworte: academic mortality studies • age-specific mortality • causes • comparative mortality rates • Death • death rates • demographic health research • Demographics • Early works to 1800 • epidemiology • health trends • historical mortality data • human life expectancy • human life span • human lifespan statistics • in-depth statistical examination • Life Expectancy • Medical Statistics • Mortality • mortality rates • mortality trends analysis • Population health • Population Studies • Public aspects of medicine • public health studies • Statistical Analysis • Vital statistics