The Formation and Development of Small Business (Routledge Studies in Entrepreneurship and Small Business)

Johnson, Peter

ISBN 10: 0415394090 / ISBN 13: 9780415394093

Published by Routledge, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Formation and Development of Small Business (Routledge Studies in Entrepreneurship and Small Business)
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415394090
• ISBN 13: 9780415394093
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book brings together thirty years of original empirical research on key aspects of the formation and development of small firms from selected articles authored or co-authored by Peter Johnson. Complete with a comprehensive introduction from the author placing the work in relation to the contemporary debates on the subject and providing a cohesive overview, these essays provide an excellent historical context for current research in this area.

Many of the studies in this book emphasise the interrelatedness of economic activity and decisions, an emphasis that serves as an important reminder of the complex business environments in which small firms operate. The book is divided into five sections. The first part focuses on the process of business formation. In part two, the role of new firms in regional development is considered. The third section deals with employment issues, whilst part four looks at various aspects of growth and development. Finally, the book concludes with two articles on policy.

About the Author

Peter Johnson is Professor Emeritus of Business Economics at Durham Business School, UK.