Karen Fog Olwig Bücher

An ethnographic analysis of the cultural meanings of migration and home in three families of West Indian origin whose members are dispersed throughout the Caribbean, North America and Great Britain.

Focusing on the evolution of cultural identity within a global framework, this text employs historical anthropology to explore how cultures develop and interact over time. It delves into the complexities of identity formation, examining historical contexts and their impact on contemporary cultural dynamics. Through this lens, the book provides insights into the interplay between history and culture in shaping collective identities.