Jose C. C. Moya

About the Author

Jose C. C. Moya is a distinguished historian specializing in migration and Latin American studies, with a focus on the intricate dynamics of immigrant communities in the Southern Cone. Born in Argentina and educated in the United States, Moya's scholarship bridges archival rigor with compelling narrative, illuminating the personal stories behind large-scale historical movements. His seminal work, Cousins and Strangers: Spanish Immigrants in Buenos Aires, 1850-1930, meticulously explores the social, economic, and cultural adaptations of Spanish migrants in one of the world's great immigrant cities, challenging traditional narratives of assimilation and identity. Through his research, Moya reveals how these 'cousins and strangers' shaped modern Buenos Aires, offering profound insights into the human experience of displacement and belonging. A professor emeritus at institutions including Barnard College, he continues to influence debates on global migration patterns.