[Nuptiality and fertility differentials. Behavioral changes in the last three centuries. The case of Sul do Pico (Azores)].

Abstract

"Through the application of...'parish reconstitution' differentials in demographic conducts are analysed. Those behaviours are related with marriage rate and fertility manifested in the population of Sul do Pico (Azores) during the last 3 centuries. Results show the existence of differences between 'the new' and 'the old' rural areas." (SUMMARY IN ENG AND FRE AND SPA)