Citizenship and Those Who Leave: The Politics of Emigration and Expatriation (Studies of World Migrations)

This groundbreaking book, "Citizenship and Those Who Leave," offers a fresh perspective on migration by examining how nations define themselves through both entry and exit.

The editors assemble a list of international scholars to provide excellent historical documentation and gentle prodding for change in the way migration is talked about and researched.

With a focus on emigration, the book reveals how countries have impeded or facilitated people leaving and perceived and regulated those who leave.

The authors also explore the relations countries seek to maintain with their citizens abroad and why.

This comprehensive volume provides valuable insights into the politics of emigration and its impact on nations' definitions of citizenship.