Global History And Migrations

Human migrations have occurred for millennia - some slowly, some quickly, some involuntarily, some by force, and some with great loss of life. Over the centuries, improved transportation gradually eased the movement, even in the face of man-made or natural obstacles, but in modern times migration has accelerated and is now truly global. Debating the costs and benefits of human mobility on a wide and rapid scale, this book explores the historical background of the issue by focusing on recent history, during which human movements have been at their most dynamic. It provides a cross-cultural foundation for an understanding of migration and its role in the unfolding shape of world history.