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Focusing on early-modern European urban migration, this volume delves into the impact of diverse, often transient migrant groups on urban life. Each chapter examines historical contexts that highlight the complexities of integration and the challenges faced by city authorities in managing the moral, political, religious, and economic aspects of these newcomers. The book reveals how migration shaped the dynamics of cities and the responses of local governance.

Focusing on Antwerp, the book explores how societal changes in the nineteenth century favored certain groups, enabling them to capitalize on emerging opportunities. It delves into the dynamics of social stratification and the impact of economic shifts, providing insights into the factors that influenced who thrived during this transformative period.