Global Migration: The Basics, Second Edition

Published by: Routledge
Release Date: 2026
Contributors: Bernadette Hanlon and Thomas J. Vicino
Pages: 248
ISBN13: 978-1032555065
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Migration is a politically sensitive topic and an important aspect of contentious debates about social and cultural diversity, economic stability, terrorism, globalization, and nationalism. Global Migration: The Basics, Second Edition provides an accessible and balanced introduction to this important area of study, presenting a detailed examination of current scholarship, demographic patterns, and public policy debates to discuss:

  • the history and geography of global migration
  • the role of migrants in society
  • the impact of migrants on the economy and the political system
  • the policy challenges that need to be addressed in a rapidly changing and increasingly conflictual world

With a series of engaging case studies, a glossary of key terminology and suggestions for further reading, Global Migration: The Basics, Second Edition exposes readers to the underlying causes and consequences of migration. Fully revised and updated, this second edition is an essential read for students and scholars alike wishing to look beyond the rhetoric and consider the facts about migration.

Reviews

"Using theory, compelling case studies, and empirical information, this book succinctly ties academic scholarship to current and historic global migration trends. Its tightly organized structure and teaching-friendly features, such as chapter sections on suggested readings, make it ideal for introductory global migration classes."
- Deirdre Oakley, Georgia State University, USA.

"In an age where the global political debate around immigration has reached a crescendo, Hanlon and Vicino deliver an indispensable and accessible exposition of the story of human migration. Global Migration synthesizes a variety of social science theories related to why migration occurs, but also where, when and how people migrate. Perhaps most impressively, Global Migration provides exceptional insights into the consequences of migration for receiving societies and migrants themselves."
- Ryan Allen, University of Minnesota, USA.