The Age of Migration: International Population Movements in the Modern World
The Age of Migration: International Population Movements in the Modern World Migration is a central dynamic in globalization that is recasting contemporary states and societies in distinctive,…
Specifikacia The Age of Migration: International Population Movements in the Modern World
The Age of Migration: International Population Movements in the Modern World
Migration is a central dynamic in globalization that is recasting contemporary states and societies in distinctive, powerful ways. The book explores the causes, dynamics, and consequences of international population movements, as well as the experiences of migrants themselves. Now with more balanced coverage of Western and non-Western regions, this leading text has been revised and updated with the latest theories, policy information, and interdisciplinary research.
Useful pedagogical features include boxed case studies; extensive tables, graphs, and maps; end-of-chapter Guides to Further Reading; and a companion website Chapters examine migration trends and patterns in all major world regions, how migration transforms both destination and origin societies, and the effects of migration and increasing ethnic diversity on national identity and politics.