Bridging Imaginations: South Asian Diaspora in Australia

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Migration of the South Asian peoples to Australia has resulted in a continually growing and flourishing diaspora, one of the most prosperous communities, with an ever–increasing role and responsibility in all areas of society. One of the challenges in writing about the South Asian diaspora in Australia is the nature of the beast: the multifarious migration and entry points into Australia range from colonial indentured workers to political asylum seekers to transnational marriages to students and high–end professionals. How did their journeys and experiences generate bridges that have influenced the historical, cultural, social and academic perceptions of the ever–changing continents? It is hoped that this critical anthology will help present a dynamic community in transit, and showcase the achievements of the South Asian diaspora during the last decade, which have not only made a significant impact on Australia’s multiculutural landscape but also furthered South Asian–Australian engagement.

About the author

Amit Sarwal is Assistant Professor in the Department of English, Rajdhani College (University of Delhi) and Founding Convenor of Australia–India Interdisciplinary Research Network (AIIRN), New Delhi, India. He has edited a number of books in the field of Australian studies, prominent being: Australian Made: A Multicultural Reader (Sydney University Press, 2010); Sold by the Millions: Australia’s Bestsellers (Cambridge Scholars Publishing, 2012); and Wanderings in India: Australian Perceptions (Monash University Publishing, 2012).

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