Kevin Kenny
Diaspora
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199858583
- author:
- Kevin Kenny
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 16.76 x 1.52 x 11.18 centimetres
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Diaspora: A Very Short Introduction by Kevin Kenny explores the concept of diaspora, tracing its origins and evolution over time. From its early association with Jewish exile to its modern usage in describing global migration, the term has taken on multiple meanings and connotations. The book examines the changing definitions of diaspora, its current popularity, and its strengths and limitations as an explanatory device. Kenny proposes a flexible approach to understanding diaspora, considering the motives for migration, networks of migrants, cultural connections, and the idea of return to a homeland. Through examples drawn from Jewish, African, Irish, and Asian history, the author ranges broadly across time and space. By mediating between competing definitions, Kenny's Very Short Introduction offers insights into the complexities of diaspora, shedding light on its significance in understanding global migration and its impact on individuals and communities worldwide.
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