Description
MIGRANTS
Book Summary
An essential work for understanding one of the most defining phenomena of our time: migration. Through a clear and accessible graphic narrative, Eduard Altarriba dismantles myths, provides objective data, and invites reflection on the causes, consequences, and human implications of mass displacement. A book that connects history, politics, and current events to help the reader form an informed opinion on a topic that affects us all.
What is it about?
The book addresses migration from a broad and rigorous perspective, explaining that human mobility has been a constant throughout history. The author contrasts this reality with the recent phenomenon of fixing borders and creating identity documents, and analyzes the paradox of a globalized world that, at the same time, raises barriers. It focuses on the rise of populist movements in the West and their discourse of rejection toward immigrants, raising fundamental questions about human fraternity, especially in light of the imminent climate crisis that will cause large-scale migrations. The book offers a concise yet complete vision of what migration is, what its causes and consequences are, and which humanistic and legal aspects concern it.
Main Topics
- History of human migration and its universal nature.
- The construction of borders and population control.
- The rise of populism and anti-immigration discourse.
- Climate-driven migration and its future impact.
- Legal and humanistic aspects of human mobility.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is ideal for young readers aged 10-12 and up, students, teachers, and anyone interested in understanding the social and political dynamics of today's world. It is also a valuable tool for families and educators who want to address the topic of migration in a clear, objective, and visual way, fostering critical thinking and empathy.
What this book contributes
- A clear and concise understanding of a complex and often misinterpreted phenomenon.
- Objective data and arguments to combat myths and prejudices about migration.
- A humanistic perspective that invites reflection on solidarity and fraternity.
- A comic format that facilitates learning and information retention.
Technical Data
- Author: ALTARRIBA, EDUARD
- Publisher: BANG EDICIONES
- Language: cat
- Subject: GRAPHIC NOVELS, GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS (CHILD
- Collection: CATALAN
- Binding: Hardcover
- Date of publication: January 2020
- Number of pages: 48
- Weight: 194 g
Editorial Assessment
MIGRANTS is a title that stands out for its ability to combine informative rigor and visual accessibility. Its concise yet profound approach makes it a useful tool for both the classroom and individual reading. Eduard Altarriba's work succeeds in explaining a topic of great complexity without oversimplifying it, doing so from a critical and humanistic perspective that invites reflection. A recommended read for anyone wanting to understand the challenges of the contemporary world.