The Italian Emigration, of Our Times (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Robert F. Foerster

9781330366509: The Italian Emigration, of Our Times (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1330366506 ISBN 13: 9781330366509

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The Italian Emigration of Our Times examines a global movement that reshaped nations and lives. This book reveals how massive migration from Italy touched economics, culture, and politics across continents.

Through a broad, panoramic view, it shows why vast numbers left Italy, where they settled, and how their presence altered both sender and recipient countries. The author emphasizes careful use of evidence, noting that no single account can capture the full history of emigration and its consequences.

Readers will gain a clear sense of the scale, the patterns of return and reemigration, and the lasting legacies of these migrations—from work and communities to social and cultural change across borders.

How and why emigration spread from Italy in the modern era

Patterns of settlement in places like the Americas and Europe

The political, economic, and social impact on both countries of origin and destination

How historians use diverse sources to build a coherent picture of migration

Ideal for readers of social history, immigration studies, and readers interested in the Italian diaspora.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1330366506
ISBN 13: 9781330366509
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 581

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Robert F. Foerster

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex and multifaceted phenomenon of Italian emigration, exploring its historical development, underlying causes, and profound impact on both the emigrants and their homeland. Through meticulous analysis of official statistics and firsthand accounts, the author sheds light on the sheer magnitude of this movement, tracing its origins and its evolution into a mass exodus that has shaped the destinies of millions. The narrative goes beyond mere numbers, examining the diverse motivations and experiences of those who left Italy in search of new opportunities and a better life. The book delves into the economic, social, and cultural factors that propelled Italians to foreign shores, painting a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs they faced in their adopted countries. It also examines the significant contributions made by Italian emigrants to the development of various nations, highlighting their skills, work ethic, and cultural heritage. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling and nuanced understanding of Italian emigration, revealing its lasting significance as a testament to human resilience, adaptability, and the enduring bonds of culture and identity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330366509_0

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