Book Description: Border Policing: A History of Enforcement and Evasion in North America Authors: Various scholars and experts in the field of border studies and history Publication Date: [Insert date] Pages: [Insert number of pages] Publisher: [Insert publisher's name] Summary: Border Policing is an extensive history of attempts to regulate people and goods at borders in North America, exploring power dynamics through diverse case studies spanning from the War of 1812 to the present day. The book examines how federal authorities impose political agendas on borderlands, and how local residents and regions interact and push back against these agendas. Long Description: In this comprehensive history of border policing in North America, scholars and experts delve into the complex and often contentious relationship between nations and their boundaries. Beginning with the early nineteenth century, the book traces the evolution of border control measures, from competing allegiances during the War of 1812 to struggles over Indian sovereignty, and from the effects of the Mexican Revolution to the experiences of smugglers along the Rio Grande during Prohibition. The book covers a wide range of topics, including immigration enforcement, drug trafficking, and representations of border policing in reality television. Each chapter offers a unique perspective on the power dynamics between federal authorities and local border residents, highlighting the tensions that arise when political agendas collide with the realities of everyday life.

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