Statistics and reality :: concepts and measurements of migration in Europe /

"In the last decade, there has been a distinct trend towards a worldwide harmonisation of migration statistics, chiefly pushed by international bodies and organisations that need comparative data. Statistics and Reality shows that these attempts have as yet not been very successful. It provides...

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Other Authors: Fassmann, Heinz, Reeger, Ursula, 1965-, Sievers, Wiebke
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Amsterdam : Amsterdam University Press, ©2009.
Series:IMISCOE reports.
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Online Access:DE-862
DE-863
Summary:"In the last decade, there has been a distinct trend towards a worldwide harmonisation of migration statistics, chiefly pushed by international bodies and organisations that need comparative data. Statistics and Reality shows that these attempts have as yet not been very successful. It provides an accessible account of the history of migration measurement in Europe and analyses the current conceptualisations of migration and data gathering procedures in twelve European countries in the context of their migration histories. Based on this analysis, the authors provide a critical insight into the migrant stocks and flows in their countries"--Publisher's description
Physical Description:1 online resource (314 pages) : illustrations, maps, charts
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9789048506378
9048506379
1282401688
9781282401686
9786612401688
6612401680

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