Exploring the old and new forms of transnationalism stemming from the Caribbean, Caribbean Transnationalism challenges present concepts about diaspora, brings into perspective new forms of transnationalism, and offers new perspectives on social cohesion in plural societies. The novelty of this collection of essays by experts from a wide range of disciplines consists not only of the theoretical clarity it offers with regard to issues related to diaspora, transnationalism, and social cohesion, but also of the ample attention given to the intra-regional transnational communities and the discussion of ethnification for social cohesion. Caribbean Transnationalism calls into question traditional views held in the expanding fields of migration, transnationalism, and social cohesion, making this an important book for scholars and students interested in the study of the social sciences and Caribbean studies.

Contributions by: Rose Mary Allen, Rubens da Silva Ferreira, Marjo de Theije, Wim Hoogbergen, Dirk Kruijt, Michele Reis, Fernando Rosa Ribeiro, Brinsly Samaroo, William Santiago-Valles, Krishna Seunarinesingh, Ligia Simonian, Alex van Stipriaan