Thomas #Malthus on infanticide in 18th century China

Respecting the number of infants which are actually exposed [killed by exposing to the elements], it is difficult to form the slightest guess; but, if we believe the Chinese writers themselves, the practice must be very common. Attempts have been made at different times by the government to put a stop to it, but always without success. In a book of... http://bit.ly/9SgyDd