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Global Diasporas: An Introduction
Robin Cohen
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Description for Global Diasporas: An Introduction
Paperback. Investigates the changing meanings of the concept and the contemporary diasporic condition, including case studies of Jewish, Armenian, African, Chinese, British, Indian, Lebanese and Caribbean people. The title outlines a fresh perspectives for the study of diasporas. It also features illustrations, guided readings, and suggested essay questions. Series: Global Diasporas. Num Pages: 240 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, 11 black & white tables, 9 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: JFSL; JHMP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 352.
In a perceptive and arresting analysis, Robin Cohen introduces his distinctive approach to the study of the world’s diasporas. This book investigates the changing meanings of the concept and the contemporary diasporic condition, including case studies of Jewish, Armenian, African, Chinese, British, Indian, Lebanese and Caribbean people.
The first edition of this book had a major impact on diaspora studies and was the foundational text in an emerging research and teaching field. This second edition extends and clarifies Robin Cohen’s argument, addresses some critiques and outlines new perspectives for the study of diasporas. It has also been made more student-friendly with ... Read more
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Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Series
Global Diasporas
Condition
New
Weight
369g
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415435512
SKU
V9780415435512
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Ref
99-2
About Robin Cohen
Robin Cohen is Professorial Fellow at Queen Elizabeth House, University of Oxford. He taught for many years at Warwick and has also held appointments at the Universities of Ibadan, the West Indies and Cape Town. His other books include The New Helots (2003), The Cambridge Survey of World Migration (edited, 1995), Frontiers of Identity (1994), Migration and its Enemies (2006) ... Read more
Reviews for Global Diasporas: An Introduction
Praise for the first edition: 'Cohen’s erudition is vast… his interpretations are solid and well informed. By and large one can only marvel at the scope of Cohen’s learning and the richness of his vocabulary.' – Mark J. Miller, University of Delaware, Journal of World History, Fall 1999 'Cohen’s book offers a timely overview of diasporas. The book ... Read more