Mobilities on the Margins

This insightful book explores the dynamics of marginal places and how they evolve through mobilities and creative practices, offering a fresh perspective on spatial interactions.

This open access book delves into the concept of marginal places and the dynamics that contribute to their formation. Mobilities on the Margins specifically investigates how certain locations, particularly in sparsely populated regions, are often viewed as static and unchanging. Through the lens of everyday mobilities and creative practices, the book reveals how these perceptions are challenged, showcasing how places continuously evolve through the interactions of culture and nature.

Featuring fieldwork and case studies from diverse regions including Iceland, Finland, Greenland, and Scotland, Mobilities on the Margins comprises twelve insightful chapters that highlight the intricate relationships through which places are created. The authors emphasize how individuals navigate their lives within these environments, and the book pays particular attention to the connections between travel, landscape, and material culture. By examining the interplay of human and non-human actors, it illustrates how mobilities and creative practices shape both places and their margins.

The focus on mobility redefines traditional notions of place as fixed entities, presenting a more nuanced understanding of locations as dynamic and fluid. Mobilities on the Margins makes a significant contribution to the discourse on human and more-than-human interactions, particularly in a world characterized by increasing mobility and persistent crises. This book is a timely exploration of how we perceive and engage with the spaces around us.