About the Book:”Nugent’s study, well illustrated and documented . . . will become a must for courses on migration history.” –Dirk Hoerder, International Migration Review”A brilliant analysis of a critical chapter of migration history.” –Ira Glazier, American Historical Review”Nugent’s work is the ideal–the only–narrative companion to any quantitative analysis of late-nineteenth century population movements in the Atlantic economy.” –Journal of Economic History”In terms of synthesizing existing literature and extending comparisons across boundaries, Nugent offers a shining example for both students and established scholars.” –Journal of Interdisciplinary History