African Migrations: Traversing Hybrid Landscapes

Sarali Gintsburg and Ruth Breeze's new book, African Migrations: Traversing Hybrid Landscapes, explores the hybrid landscapes of African migration and provides new insights into the complexity of migratory movements and migrant experiences. The authors draw on first-hand evidence from a wide range of sources to reflect on themes such as diasporic mapping, hybridity, heterotopia, métissage, cultural mixing, and complementation.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 238 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2023
Publisher: Lexington Books

For centuries, the people of Africa have been on a relentless journey, driven by the pursuit of new opportunities, the fear of danger, or the tragic consequences of human greed and cruelty. In the twenty-first century, with over 40 million people migrating from and within Africa each year, it becomes evident that migration continues to shape every aspect of African life in profound ways. To delve into the intricate tapestry of African migration, Sarali Gintsburg and Ruth Breeze have authored a groundbreaking new book titled African Migrations: Traversing Hybrid Landscapes. These authors take a unique approach, emphasizing the importance of viewing migration through the lens of the migrants themselves. Drawing upon a diverse range of firsthand evidence from various sources, including testimonies, media artifacts, workplace experiences, interviews, and ethnographic observations, the authors offer a comprehensive exploration of the hybrid landscapes that characterize African migration. The contributors reflect on a wide array of themes that are deeply intertwined with the African context, including diasporic mapping of landscapes, hybridity, heterotopia, métissage, cultural mixing, and complementation. This book presents a multifaceted view of the African continent, showcasing its rich cultural diversity while also providing a comprehensive account of the complex and diverse trajectories of migrations to, from, and within Africa. By delving into the experiences of migrants, the authors shed light on the challenges, opportunities, and transformative power of migration in shaping the African landscape. African Migrations: Traversing Hybrid Landscapes is a vital contribution to the field of migration studies, offering a fresh perspective and valuable insights into the ongoing dynamics of human mobility on the African continent.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666938692