This Crowded Earth by Robert Bloch is a thought-provoking dystopian novel that explores the consequences of a world overpopulated to the extreme. Set in a future where resources are scarce and humanity is on the brink of collapse, the story follows the protagonist as he navigates the challenges of living in a society plagued by overcrowding and scarcity.

Bloch does an excellent job of creating a bleak and oppressive atmosphere, making readers feel the sense of confinement and claustrophobia that the characters experience in this overpopulated world. The author's descriptions are vivid and engaging, painting a vivid picture of a society on the verge of collapse.

The characters in This Crowded Earth are well-developed and relatable, each grappling with their own struggles and moral dilemmas as they navigate the challenges of living in a world where every resource is stretched thin. The story is fast-paced and engaging, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they follow the protagonist's journey.

Overall, This Crowded Earth is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a chilling glimpse into a future where humanity's own overpopulation threatens its very survival. Bloch's writing is engaging, and the story is both gripping and thought-provoking, making it a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction.

Book Description:

Robert Bloch was a prolific writer in many genres. As a young man he was encouraged by his mentor H. P. Lovecraft, and was a close friend of Stanley G. Weinbaum. Besides hundreds of short stories and novels he wrote a number of television and film scripts including several for the original Star Trek. In 1959 Bloch wrote the novel Psycho which Alfred Hitchcock adapted to film a year later. He received the Hugo Award, the World Fantasy Award, the Bram Stoker Award, and he is a past president of the Mystery Writers of America. Published in Amazing Stories in 1958, This Crowded Earth is a thriller set on an overpopulated Earth of the future.