Migration, New Nationalisms and Populism: An Epistemological Perspective on the Closure of Rich Countries

The relationship between new European nationalisms and populism is explored in this book, particularly in the context of migration. It argues that the end of the cold war cognitive binary has led to an unprecedented epistemological confusion and depoliticization that targets migration, but could also resort to other targets. The book also considers the postcolonial background to the new migrations, womens rights, postsocialism, and the relevance of the current pandemic. It appeals to students, academics, activists, policy makers, and others with interests in contemporary migration, new nationalisms, populism, feminism, colonial, postcolonial, and decolonial issues, as well as socialism and postsocialism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Migration has emerged as a pressing concern in Europe and globally, despite its longstanding presence. The recent surge in public perception of migration as a problem has been exacerbated by the perception of a civilizational threat from Islam, leading to the escalation of new nationalisms, some of which are supported by populism. This book aims to provide an understanding of the interplay between migration and nationalism in the post-cold war European context. It delves into the epistemological confusion and depoliticization that accompanies the end of the simplified cold war cognitive binary, targeting migration as its primary focus but potentially extending to other targets.

The book explores the postcolonial background of the new migrations, examining the rights of women, postsocialism, and the relevance of the current pandemic in the context of the European crisis-ridden present. It offers a comprehensive interrogation of how contemporary European migration is conceived and understood, appealing to students, academics, activists, policy makers, and individuals with interests in contemporary migration, new nationalisms, populism, feminism, colonial, postcolonial, and decolonial issues, as well as socialism and postsocialism.

The book's exploration of the complex relationship between migration, nationalism, and populism sheds light on the challenges and complexities facing Europe and the world in the contemporary era. It provides valuable insights into the factors driving migration, the responses of governments and societies, and the potential implications for the future. By examining the intersection of these three phenomena, the book offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on a critical issue that will continue to shape our global landscape.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032185309