Klaus J. Bade Libri

Since the fall of the Iron Curtain, migration has become a major cause for concern in many European countries, but migrations to, from and within Europe are nothing new, as Klaus Bade reminds us in this timely history. A history of migration to, from and within Europe over a range of eras, countries and migration types. Examines the driving forces and currents of migration, their effects on the cultures of both migrants and host populations, including migration policies. Focuses on the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, particularly the period from the Second World War to the present. Illuminates concerns about migration in Europe today. Acts as a corrective to the alarmist reactions of host populations in twenty-first century Europe.

The United States is an immigrant country. Germany is not. This volume shatters this widely held myth and reveals the remarkable similarities (as well as the differences) between the two countries. Essays by leading German and American historians and demographers describe how these two countries have become to have the largest number of immigrants among advanced industrial countries, how their conceptions of citizenship and nationality differ, and how their ethnic compositions are likely to be transformed in the next century as a consequence ofmigration, fertility trends, citizenship and naturalization laws, and public attitudes.

At the beginning of the 21st Century, we are witnessing rapid social, environmental, cultural, and technological changes. The conference “Our Common Future,” held in November 2010 in Hanover and Essen, brought together leading intellectuals, researchers, businesspeople, politicians, and young scholars to discuss the significant challenges posed by these transformations. This volume presents insights from the conference, emphasizing cultural, legal, social, and economic dimensions. Renowned experts contribute by advocating for prioritizing economic development to foster global inclusion, exploring the metropolis as a model for future living, discussing human rights values in a globalized context, and analyzing the cultural and social impacts of religious movements. A central theme is the interplay between research and responsibility, highlighting that many rapid changes stem from scientific and technological advancements, while others necessitate intensified research efforts to address effectively. This collection of perspectives aims to navigate the complexities of our evolving world and propose pathways for a sustainable future.

Das 20. hat dem 21. Jahrhundert viele offene Fragen hinterlassen. Dazu gehört auch die Rolle Europas im weltweiten Wanderungsgeschehen. Klaus J. Bades grundlegendes Buch überblickt die europäische Wanderungsgeschichte vom Ende des 18. bis zum Ende des 20. Jahrhunderts. Es zeigt den Problemstau in Sachen Migration, Integration und Minderheiten. Und es fragt nach den Antworten, die das Europa des 21. Jahrhunderts dafür finden muß.