The most up-to-date analysis of today's immigration issues As the
authors state in Chapter 1, "the movement of people across national
borders represents one of the most vivid dramas of social reality
in the contemporary world." This comparative text examines
contemporary immigration across the globe, focusing on 20 major
nations. Noted scholars Peter Kivisto and Thomas Faist introduce
students to important topics of inquiry at the heart of the field,
including Movement: Explores the theories of migration using a
historical perspective of the modern world. Settlement: Provides
clarity concerning the controversial matter of immigrant
incorporation and refers to the varied ways immigrants come to be a
part of a new society. Control: Focuses on the politics of
immigration and examines the role of states in shaping how people
choose to migrate. Key Features Provides comprehensive coverage of
topics not covered in other texts, such as state and immigration
control, focusing on policies created to control migratory flow and
evolving views of citizenship Offers a global portrait of
contemporary immigration, including a demographic overview of
today's cross-border movers Offers critical assessments of the
achievements of the field to date Encourages students to rethink
traditional views about the distinction between citizen and alien
in this global age Suggests paths for future research and new
theoretical developments Beyond a Border is a part of the SAGE Pine
Forge Sociology for a New Century Series. It offers professors a
powerful and timely option to incorporate the topic of immigration
in their courses. Contributor to the SAGE Teaching Innovations and
Professional Development Award
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