Indian Diaspora and Transnationalism

Book Details:

• Author: Ajaya Kumar Sahoo

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2012

• ISBN: 9788131605158

• Pages: 442

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.7 x 1.3 inches

About the Book

This scholarly volume on Transnationalism by Ajaya Kumar Sahoo brings together a rich and insightful collection of essays that redefine the way we perceive migration and diaspora in a globalized world. Moving beyond the traditional idea of migration as a one-way journey, the book introduces the notion of “border crossing as a lifestyle”, where migrants maintain active connections with multiple nations across various dimensions of life.

With a particular focus on the Indian diaspora, the book offers a comprehensive analysis of transnational practices, identity formation, and cultural negotiations. The volume not only captures the current state of research on Indian transnationalism but also pushes boundaries by offering fresh conceptual perspectives and interdisciplinary approaches.

This work features contributions from globally renowned scholars such as Irfan Ahmad, Thomas Faist, C.J. Fuller, Steven Vertovec, Winifred Poster, Michel Bruneau, Khachig Tölölyan, and others — making it an indispensable resource for students, researchers, and academics engaged in diaspora studies, migration research, and transnational sociology.

Whether you’re delving into the cultural, economic, or political aspects of diaspora engagement, Transnationalism provides a critical lens to understand the ongoing dynamics shaping migrant identities in the 21st century.