Focusing on co-ethnic migration, the book explores the complexities of immigration, particularly from Germany to Israel, through three case studies of rejected migrants. It challenges the simplistic notions of "open doors" or "return to the homeland," revealing the intricate interplay of descent, culture, and national identity. Panagiotidis highlights how migration transcends mere movement, entangled with historical origins and the ambiguous criteria of belonging, even in countries perceived as ethnically homogenous.
