The Experience of Return Migration: Caribbean Perspectives

by Robert B. Potter (Editor)

This book brings together a range of in-depth case studies, focusing on topics such as the socio-cultural adjustments that are faced by the transnational migrants, the degree to which they are 'othered', and the gendered character of their experiences on return. Young returning nationals are a particular focus and the book looks at the economic and social roles these return migrants fulfil. The book also develops theoretical constructs concerning how the transnational networks of these returnees help perpetuate mobility, and further the formation of extended multi-local networks linking the returnees with their European, North American and intra-Caribbean kin and families.

293 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2005

About the author

Potter, Rob, 1950-
Potter, Robert 1950-
Potter, Robert B.
Potter, Robert Bernard 1950-