Wilfred Dolfsma
Knowledge Economies
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415569538
- author:
- Wilfred Dolfsma
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis, Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 162
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- Economics Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Knowledge Economies: Understanding the Role of Knowledge in Innovation and Economic Dynamics. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the knowledge economy and innovation, drawing on insights from economics, management, sociology, anthropology, social psychology, science studies, and information theory. Dolfsma examines how knowledge development and diffusion are shaped by communicative structures that support cooperation among individuals, firms, and groups. By combining theoretical perspectives with empirical analyses, the author sheds light on the dynamics of an economy and demonstrates where knowledge has a significant impact. This book provides a thorough understanding of the social processes underlying the knowledge economy, making it a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners alike.