The Demographic Dimension in Indonesian Development.

The aim of this volume is to extend and update definitive work on population history in Indonesia by Widjojo Nitisastro which is considered most important starting point for any student of subject. The book also attempts to dispel simplistic approach of policy makers and general public to the population as though a country has only one problem and that it is solvable. The authors carefully analyze Indonesias demographic trends and their complex interactions with economic and social development. The 11 chapters cover: 1) unity in diversity; 2) historical population growth; 3) interregional variation; 4) mortality and health care; 5) fertility marriage and family planning; 6) population mobility; types and patterns; 7) population mobility: causes and effects; 8) labor force and labor utilization; 9) process of population planning; 10) future trends; and 11) planning for a growing population.