The book traces the remarkable growth of international students from 60,000 to nearly 4 million over 150 years, highlighting the evolving policies of institutions and governments worldwide. It explores the demographics of student mobility, noting a shift from European to Asian students and the diverse motivations behind their travels. The narrative examines how international students have influenced their universities and, in turn, their home societies, while also addressing the historical contexts that shaped educational policies, including imperialism, the Cold War, and economic factors.
