Analyzing over 200 years of migration and citizenship laws, Dr. Acosta explains how ten South American states have constructed the categories of the “national” and “foreigner”. Fear not! Acosta’s... Show moreAnalyzing over 200 years of migration and citizenship laws, Dr. Acosta explains how ten South American states have constructed the categories of the “national” and “foreigner”. Fear not! Acosta’s captive writing style holds readers’ attention from start to finish, leaving the legal sources in detailed footnotes. The book evidences constitutional and democratic lessons South America can offer other South-South migration regions as well as the European Union (EU) and United States (US). It appeals to scholars interested in migration, law, politics, history, human rights, racial studies, and nation-building processes. Show less
