International Migration and Social Theory

Affecting millions across the globe every day, international migration encompasses a wide range of concerns. It is not only a central dynamic in processes of globalization and government policy-making, but also a deeply personal topic that cuts to the heart of notions of identity, home and belonging.International Migration and Social Theory provides a clear map of this field, and shows how social theory can illuminate our understanding of the way we move around the globe. Explaining and critiquing a wide range of theories, approaches and concepts, the text provides a new theoretical framework for future study and applies it to extended empirical case studies. The book explores core migration topics, from labour and lifestyle migration to refugees and the role of women, to shed light on the implications of migration at global, national and personal levels.This compelling text traces key trends in this diverse field to provide a clear overview of international migration today. It presents invaluable insights for students and researchers in Sociology, Politics and Migration Studies.>

List of contents

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.

About the author

K. O'Reilly

Product details

• Authors: &apos, O&apos, K. O'Reilly, Karen O'Reilly, Meg O'Reilly, Karen O''reilly, O'Reilly Karen, Karen Reilly
• Publisher: Macmillan
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 19.06.2012
• EAN: 9780230221314
• ISBN: 978-0-230-22131-4
• No. of pages: 200
• Series: Themes in Social Theory; Themes in Social Theory
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories; B, Social Theory, Social Sciences, Social sciences—Philosophy, belonging;children;identity;migration;Nation;social theory, Relating to migrant groups / diaspora communities or peoples