The Discourse of Repatriation in Britain, 1845-2016: A Political and Social History

The Discourse of Repatriation examines how ideas of removal evolved in Britain from the Irish Famine to Brexit, exploring the relationship between discourse and action and how the migrant 'other' has been viewed. It identifies key junctures where the concept of removal has crossed over from the rhetorical to the actual and reassesses modern British history through the lens of the most polarised attitudes to immigration and demographic change.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 26 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Examining responses to migration and settlement in Britain from the Irish Famine up to Brexit, The Discourse of Repatriation delves into the evolution of concepts surrounding removal during this period, as well as the diverse individuals and groups who have articulated these ideas in various contexts. By exploring the interplay between discourse and action, Renshaw investigates how ideas and language originating on the margins of migration and belonging can permeate the mainstream and shape both discussions and policies. The book sheds light on how the migrant 'other' has been perceived in Britain throughout history and in the contemporary era, as well as how the relationship between the state, press, and populace has evolved from the early Victorian period onwards. It identifies critical junctures where the notion of removing 'othered groups' has transitioned from rhetorical to actual practices and examines the reasons behind such occurrences. Drawing upon extensive original archival research, the book reassesses modern British history through the lens of the most polarized attitudes to immigration and demographic change.

This book is of interest to readers with a passion for migration, diaspora, the rise of populism and political extremes, and more broadly, the history of modern Britain.

Weight: 462g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367708290