International migration and social theory

International migration and social theory

O'Reilly, Karen

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Affecting millions across the globe every day, international migration encompasses a wide range of issues, from individual upheaval to government policy. Examining how migration has been theorized and using empirical examples to explore hot topics, this book shows how migration cuts to the heart of notions of identity, home and belonging. INDICE: Introduction.Practice Theory: A Framework for International Migration Research .Theories and Perspectives in Migration.Lifestyle Migration: British Migration to Spain's Coastal Areas.Labour Migration: Mexican Labour Migration to the United States.Domestic Labour Migration: Filipina Domestic Labour Migration to Hong Kong.Refugees and Forced Migration: Refugee Children in the United Kingdom.Conclusion

  • ISBN: 978-0-230-22130-7
  • Editorial: Palgrave Macmillan
  • Encuadernacion: Cartoné
  • Páginas: 192
  • Fecha Publicación: 18/05/2012
  • Nº Volúmenes: 1
  • Idioma: Desconocido