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Exceptional People: How Migration Shaped Our World And Will Define Our Future
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The Past, Present, And Future Role Of Global Migrationthroughout History, Migrants Have Fueled The Engine Of Human Progress. Their Movement Has Sparked Innovation, Spread Ideas, Relieved Poverty, And Laid The Foundations For A Global Economy. In A World More Interconnected Than Ever Before, The Number Of People With The Means And Motivation To Migrate Will Only Increase. Exceptional People Provides A Longterm And Global Perspective On The Implications And Policy Options For Societies The World Over. Challenging The Received Wisdom That A Dramatic Growth In Migration Is Undesirable, The Book Proposes New Approaches For Governance That Will Embrace This International Mobility.The Authors Explore The Critical Role Of Human Migration Since Humans First Departed Africa Some Fifty Thousand Years Agohow The Circulation Of Ideas And Technologies Has Benefited Communities And How The Movement Of People Across Oceans And Continents Has Fueled Economies. They Show That Migrants In Today'S World Connect Markets, Fill Labor Gaps, And Enrich Social Diversity. Migration Also Allows Individuals To Escape Destitution, Human Rights Abuses, And Repressive Regimes. However, The Authors Indicate That Most Current Migration Policies Are Based On Misconceptions And Fears About Migration'S Longterm Contributions And Social Dynamics. Future Policies, For Good Or Ill, Will Dramatically Determine Whether Societies Can Effectively Reap Migration'S Opportunities While Managing The Risks Of The Twentyfirst Century.A Guide To Vigorous Debate And Action, Exceptional People Charts The Past And Present Of International Migration And Makes Practical Recommendations That Will Allow Everyone To Benefit From Its Unstoppable Future Growth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Exceptional People'? A: The main theme of 'Exceptional People' is the role of global migration throughout history and its implications for the future. The book argues that migration has historically fueled human progress and proposes new governance approaches to embrace this mobility.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Exceptional People'? A: The author of 'Exceptional People' is Ian Goldin, who explores the impacts of migration on societies and economies.
- Q: When was 'Exceptional People' published? A: 'Exceptional People' was published on September 16, 2012.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Exceptional People' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Exceptional People'? A: The book contains 392 pages.
- Q: What category does 'Exceptional People' fall under? A: 'Exceptional People' falls under the category of Economics.
- Q: What key issues does 'Exceptional People' address regarding migration? A: 'Exceptional People' addresses key issues such as the benefits of migration, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the need for effective policies to manage migration's opportunities and risks.
- Q: Is 'Exceptional People' suitable for readers interested in migration policy? A: 'Exceptional People' is suitable for readers interested in migration policy as it provides practical recommendations and a comprehensive overview of the historical and contemporary aspects of migration.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Exceptional People'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the historical significance of migration, its economic impacts, and insights into future governance strategies to harness the benefits of migration.
- Q: Does 'Exceptional People' offer solutions for current migration challenges? A: 'Exceptional People' offers solutions and practical recommendations for addressing current migration challenges and maximizing its benefits for societies.