National Security and Immigration - by Christopher Rudolph (Hardcover)

About the Book

This book describes how the external and internal security interests of the state have shaped the timing and form of immigration and border policies in the United States and Western Europe since 1945.

Book Synopsis

This book describes how the external and internal security interests of the state have shaped the timing and form of immigration and border policies in the United States and Western Europe since 1945.

From the Back Cover

"This book makes a major contribution to the study of migration, international relations, and national security. The author presents a compelling case for incorporating issues of cultural and national identity into the more standard analyses of national security."--James Hollifield, Southern Methodist University
"This is a serious, learned, and well-written treatment of a crucial subject. It is timely, as well as up-to-date, and commands careful consideration."--Martin Heisler, University of Maryland

Review Quotes

"This book makes a major contribution to the study of migration, international relations, and national security. The author presents a compelling case for incorporating issues of cultural and national identity into the more standard analyses of national security."--James Hollifield "Southern Methodist University"

"This is a serious, learned, and well-written treatment of a crucial subject. It is timely, as well as up-to-date, and commands careful consideration."--Martin Heisler "University of Maryland"

About the Author

Christopher Rudolph is Assistant Professor of International Politics at American University in Washington, D.C.