Migrant Construction Workers in Times of Crisis: Worker Agency, (Im)mobility Practices and Masculine Identities among Albanians in Southern Europe

This book explores the experiences of migrant construction workers in Southern Europe during and after the Great Recession, focusing on Albanian men and their coping practices. It suggests a new framework for studying these workers and compares their narratives to those of settled migrants in Italy and Greece. It also examines the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on their lives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 284 pages
Publication date: 02 January 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This captivating book delves into the profound experiences of migrant construction workers in Southern Europe during and after the Great Recession. Through the use of rich qualitative data, it explores the intricate lives of Albanian men both within and beyond the workplace, shedding light on their remarkable resilience and ability to navigate economic challenges. By examining the roles of their families and masculine identities in shaping their coping practices, the book offers a fresh perspective on the study of coping strategies among migrant workers. Moreover, it contributes to the understanding of integration processes in Southern European countries by comparing the narratives of settled migrants in Italy and Greece. Furthermore, the book takes a poignant look at the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the lives of migrant builders in Southern Europe, emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive support and protection. By adopting an interdisciplinary approach, this book appeals to a wide range of students and researchers in the fields of migration studies, sociology, geography, anthropology, political science, and economics. Its insights and revelations will undoubtedly enrich our understanding of the complex dynamics shaping the lives of migrants in our globalized world.

Weight: 508g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031187971
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022