How Migration Really Works

The Facts About the Most Divisive Issue in Politics

De: Hein de Haas

Narrado por: Matthew Spencer

An authoritative guide to global migration that corrects decades of misunderstanding and misguided policy, "defying orthodoxy on all sides of the debate" (Yascha Mounk, author of The Identity Trap​).

As debates on immigration have reached fever pitch, so has political and media fearmongering. But what are the facts behind the headlines?

Drawing on three decades of research, migration expert Hein de Haas destroys the myths that politicians, interest groups, and media spread about immigration. He reveals:

• Global migration is not at an all-time high
• Climate change will not lead to mass migration
• Immigration mainly benefits the wealthy, not workers
• Border restrictions have paradoxically produced more migration

Ultimately, de Haas shows migration not as a problem to be solved, nor as a solution to a problem, but as it really is.

This book is an essential guide to one of our most divisive political issues, showing how we can move beyond today’s deeply polarized debate and make migration work better for everyone.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 Hein de Haas (P)2023 Basic Books

Reseñas de la Crítica

“This deeply researched study by a leading sociologist blows open a hot political issue and should have Left and Right up in arms.”—The Telegraph

“[A] highly informative account.”—Publishers Weekly

"What if the central assumptions of the migration debate were plainly false? In his latest book, Hein de Haas challenges common myths about migration, defying orthodoxy on all sides of the debate, and bringing measured and thoughtful analysis to a vitriolic and polarized issue. How Migration Really Works is a necessary read for anyone interested in migration.”—Yascha Mounk, author of The Identity Trap

Finally!

I have been looking for a book that would give me some insight into this complicated and contentious issue. I now have some idea of the questions to ask and the areas to look for answers. Thank you!