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Hong Kong Movers And Stayers: Narratives Of Family Migration (Studies Of World Migrations)
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Half A Million Hong Kong Residents Fled Their Homeland During The Thirteen Years Before Hong Kong'S Reversion To China In 1997. Nearly Half Of Those Returned Within The Next Several Years. Filled With Detailed, Firsthand Stories Of Nine Hong Kong Families Over Nearly Two Decades, Hong Kong Movers And Stayers Is A Multifaceted Yet Intimate Look At The Forces Behind Hong Kong Families' Successful, And Failed, Efforts At Migration And Settlement.Defining Migration As A Process, Not A Single Act Of Leaving, Hong Kong Movers And Stayers Provides An Antidote To Ethnocentric And Simplistic Theories By Uncovering Migration Stories As They Relate To Social Structures And Social Capital. The Authors Meld Survey Analysis, Personal Biography, And Sociology And Compare Multiple Families In Order To Give Voice To The Interplay Of Gender, Age, And Diverse Family Roles As Motivating Factors In Migration.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Hong Kong Movers and Stayers'? A: 'Hong Kong Movers and Stayers' explores the narratives of family migration, focusing on the experiences of Hong Kong residents who migrated before and after the region's reversion to China in 1997.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Janet W. Salaff, who presents detailed accounts of nine Hong Kong families' migration experiences.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 296 pages, providing an in-depth analysis of migration stories.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of 'Hong Kong Movers and Stayers' is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability.
- Q: When was 'Hong Kong Movers and Stayers' published? A: 'Hong Kong Movers and Stayers' was published on January 12, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book combines survey analysis, personal biographies, and sociological insights, making it a valuable resource for academic research on migration.
- Q: What unique perspectives does the book offer on migration? A: The book provides a multifaceted view of migration by highlighting the interplay of gender, age, and family roles in the migration process.
- Q: Can I find personal stories in this book? A: Yes, the book is filled with first-hand narratives that offer personal insights into the migration experiences of Hong Kong families.
- Q: What is the significance of the migration stories shared in the book? A: The migration stories reveal the complexities and social structures influencing the decision to migrate, serving as an antidote to oversimplified migration theories.
- Q: Is this book available in other formats? A: Currently, this specific edition is available in hardcover. Please check with retailers for the availability of other formats.