Nation and Migration: How Citizens in Europe Are Coping with Xenophobia

Nation and Migration explores the complexities of migration in 23 European countries, highlighting the challenges of globalization and the varying sociological reactions to migration. It challenges the notion of national communities as homogenous and highlights the presence of minorities in modern nation-states.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2020
Publisher: Central European University Press

The book "Nation and Migration" offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the recent migration phenomena that have captured global attention. While the emergence of nation-states in the West initially held the promise of homogenization, the reality has been far from uniform. Instead, imagined national communities have become sites of diverse populations, and modern nation-states have grappled with the persistent presence of minorities. This study, conducted across 23 European countries, draws upon data from the International Social Survey Programme, a collaborative effort involving surveys conducted in 1995, 2003, and 2013.

In the authors' view, a crucial test for Europe will be its ability to devise effective responses to the multifaceted challenges posed by globalization. The book provides a detailed account of how citizens in Europe navigate the complex terrain of xenophobia, often fueled by their own sense of insecurity. The authors reconstruct the various sociological reactions to migration, encompassing integration, assimilation, and segregation. Special attention is given to Hungary, where the data reveal a more nuanced and complex picture than might be suggested by media-driven moral panics.

Through their analysis, the authors shed light on the complex dynamics and challenges associated with migration in Europe. They emphasize the need for nuanced policies and strategies that balance the interests of diverse populations and promote social cohesion. "Nation and Migration" serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the complex interplay between nation-building, migration, and social change in Europe.

Weight: 438g
Dimension: 162 x 237 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789633863671