Regional Economics
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New Directions in Regional Economic Development
Edited by Sameeksha Desai, Peter Nijkamp, Roger R. Stough
The introduction of endogenous growth theory has led to new interest in the role of the entrepreneur as an agent driving technical change at the local regional level. This book examines theoretical and methodological issues surrounding t...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Transportation and Economic Development Challenges
Edited by Kenneth Button, Aura Reggiani
Recent years have seen considerable changes in the technology of transportation with the development of high-speed rail networks, more fuel-efficient automobiles and aircraft, and the widespread adoption of informatics in disciplines suc...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Knowledge in the Development of Economies
Edited by Silvia Sacchetti, Roger Sugden
This innovative book offers a critical perspective on the state of the current global economy, making sense of knowledge-related issues by critically assessing existing institutional choices, as well as pointing to new ways forward.eBook:Find out more$51.16
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Endogenous Regional Development
Edited by Robert Stimson, Roger R. Stough, Peter Nijkamp
Increasingly, endogenous factors and processes are being emphasized as drivers in regional economic development and growth. This 15 chapter book is unique in that it commences by presenting five disciplinary takes on endogenous developme...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Public Investment, Growth and Fiscal Constraints
Edited by Massimo Florio
This book makes a unique contribution in advancing understanding of the fiscal condition and growth potential of the New Member States of the European Union. It provides new data, policy evaluation, and offers national and regional persp...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Leadership and Institutions in Regional Endogenous Development
Robert Stimson, Roger R. Stough, Maria Salazar
The authors of this comprehensive book provide a detailed rationale and original theory for the study of leadership and institutional factors, including entrepreneurship, in the growth and development of cities and regions. They demonstr...eBook:Find out more$35.96
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Economic Strategies for Mature Industrial Economies
Edited by Peter Karl Kresl
The global economy has transformed during the last few decades. Though the changes have benefited some, many mature industrial economies have not been treated well by the changes they have seen and have been forced to adapt to dramatical...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Entrepreneurship and Regional Development
Edited by Charlie Karlsson, Börje Johansson, Roger R. Stough
Perhaps the most exceptional aspect of the current era of globalisation is that entrepreneurship has become the engine for local processes of economic, social and cultural development throughout the world. This important new book brings ... -
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Towards Effective Place Brand Management
Edited by Gregory Ashworth, Mihalis Kavaratzis
Many facets of place branding, such as identities, image, promotion or sense of place, have been around for a long time. However, the need to analyse their nature in the context of branding and to examine their relationships in detail ha...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Corruption and its Manifestation in the Persian Gulf
Hossein Askari, Scheherazade Sabina Rehman, Noora Arfaa
The authors of this timely book investigate various forms and measures of corruption, examine whether corruption is more acute in Persian Gulf countries than elsewhere, and illustrate the unique forms it takes in oil- and natural gas-ric...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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The Aging Population and the Competitiveness of Cities
Peter Karl Kresl, Daniele Ietri
While much of the current literature on the economic consequences of an aging population focuses on the negative aspects, this enlightening book argues that seniors can bring significant benefits – such as vitality and competitiveness – ...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Trade Facilitation and Regional Cooperation in Asia
Edited by Douglas H. Brooks, Susan F. Stone
This insightful book collects empirical analyses and case studies to clarify issues and draw policy recommendations for facilitating greater regional trade through increased cooperation.eBook:Find out more$40.00