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Book Synopsis: Migrants cuts through the toxic debates to tell the rich and collective stories of humankind's urge to move. 'Fascinating... Miller's perspective may be just what we need' Daily Telegraph 'Timely and empathetic: a rare combination on this most controversial issue' Remi Adekoya, author of Biracial Britain 'Tremendous: blends the personal and the panoramic to great effect' Robert Winder, author of Bloody Foreigners Humans are, in fundamental ways, a migratory species, more so than any other land mammal. For most of our existence , we were all nomads, and some of us still are. Houses and permanent settlements are a relatively late development - dating back little more than twelve thousand years. Borders and passports are much more recent. From the Neanderthals, Alexander the Great, Christopher Columbus and Pocahontas to the African slave trade, Fu Manchu, and Barack Obama, Migrants shows us that it is only by understanding how migration and migrants have been viewed in the past, that we can re-set the terms of the modern-day debate about migration. Migrants presents us with an alternative history of the world, in which migration is restored to the heart of the human story. And in which humans migrate for a wide range of reasons: not just because of civil war, or poverty or climate change but also out of curiosity and a sense of adventure. On arrival, migrants are expected both to assimilate and encouraged to remain distinctive; to defend their heritage and adopt a new one. They are sub-human and super-human; romanticised and castigated, admired and abhorred. Migrants tells us that this is not a new narrative; this is the history of us all, part of everybody's backstory - for those who consider themselves migrants and those who do not.

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Are you tired of the toxic debates surrounding migration? Look no further than Migrants: The Story of Us All. This fascinating book cuts through the noise to bring you the rich and collective stories of humankind's urge to move. With a perspective that may be just what we need, the author delves into the timely and empathetic exploration of a controversial issue. Don't miss out on this rare combination of thought-provoking content and valuable insights. Experience the tremendous blend of the personal and the panoramic that Migrants has to offer.

Humans are natural migrants, having nomadic instincts ingrained in our DNA. Unlike any other land mammal, we have a long history of moving from place to place. The concept of permanent settlements is a relatively modern development, while borders and passports are even more recent. Delving into the past, this book takes you on a journey from Neanderthals, Alexander the Great, Christopher Columbus, and Pocahontas to the African slave trade, Fu Manchu, and Barack Obama. By understanding the historical views on migration, we can reshape the terms of the present-day migration debate.

Migrants presents an alternative history of the world, placing migration at the heart of the human story. It uncovers a wide range of reasons why humans migrate, beyond the commonly discussed topics like civil war, poverty, and climate change. Discover the thrill of curiosity and adventure that drives people to venture into the unknown. From arrival to assimilation, migrants are expected to both preserve their heritage and embrace new cultures. They are simultaneously seen as sub-human and super-human, romanticized and castigated, admired and abhorred. This eye-opening book reveals that the narrative of migration is not new at all. It is part of everybody's backstory, whether they identify as migrants or not, making it a compelling read for all.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of our shared history. Explore the diverse reasons behind human migration and challenge your preconceived notions. Migrants: The Story of Us All is a must-read for anyone interested in sociology, history, or simply expanding their knowledge. Click here to grab your copy today and embark on a journey that will reshape your perspective on migration.

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