{"title":"Michel Agier","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eMichel Agier\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned anthropologist whose insightful contributions examine the evolving dynamics of human society. Known for his expertise in migration, urban transformation, and the concept of hospitality, Agier's books are essential readings for those interested in understanding the complexities of social interactions in a globalised world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Stranger as My Guest\u003c\/em\u003e, where Agier explores the marginalised status of migrants and the human capacity for hospitality. Through a thought-provoking narrative, he encourages readers to reflect on the notions of identity, belonging, and the humane actions we can take toward the 'stranger'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in this series is a gateway into the profound themes of cultural encounters and socio-political structures. As a scholar in the field of Education \u0026amp; Reference, Michel Agier offers an invaluable perspective that is both scholarly and accessible, making his works ideal for students, researchers, and anyone with a curiosity about the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Michel Agier's collection and embark on a compelling journey through the intricacies of today's multicultural societies.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-stranger-as-my-guest-by-michel-agier-9781509539895","title":"The Stranger as My Guest","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe migration crisis of recent years has elicited a double response: on the one hand, many states have responded by tightening border controls, in an attempt to restrict population movements, while on the other hand many citizens have responded by welcoming new arrivals, offering them shelter, food, and whatever help they could provide. By so doing, they have re-awakened an old form of anthropology that was long considered to be dead – that of hospitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Stranger as My Guest\u003c\/em\u003e, Agier develops an original anthropology of hospitality that starts from the reality of hospitality as a social relationship, albeit an asymmetrical one, in which each party has rights and duties. He argues that, with the decline of state and religious support, hospitality is now making a comeback at individual and municipal levels. However, these local initiatives, while important, are insufficient to respond to the scale of migration in the world today. We need a new hospitality policy for the modern era, one that will regard hospitality as a right rather than a favour and will treat the stranger as a guest rather than as an alien or an enemy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis timely and original book will be of great interest to students and scholars in anthropology, sociology, and the social sciences generally, and to anyone concerned with migration and refugees in the world today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363162013932,"sku":"9781509539895","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12421203482725.jpg?v=1772917648"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michel-agier.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}