Asian Models Of Entrepreneurship -- From The Indian Union And The Kingdom Of Nepal To The Japanese Archipelago: Context, Policy And Practice

• Introduction; Culture and Enterprise; Cambodia; China; India; Indonesia; Japan; Korea; Laos; Malaysia; Myanmar; Nepal; The Philippines; Singapore; Taiwan; Thailand; Vietnam; Toward the Future.

"Dana has provided a fascinating and detailed multi-perspective account of enterprise in East Asia. In summary, Asian Models is a welcome and useful reference for international entrepreneurship scholars, and a must for those travelling, researching or teaching in East Asia."Small Business Economics"This book is a must-have for anyone who requires an insight into entrepreneurship in Asia. Professor Dana provides an excellent overview of the myriad of entrepreneurship activities in addition to the country chapters. Each country chapter provides a historical, economic, political and socio-cultural account of entrepreneurship development in a particular country that is succinct and incisive. The author also provides an assessment of the future of entrepreneurship for each country. It is a wonder how he does it -- packing in so much without diluting his analysis."Professor Tan Wee LiangSingapore Management University"Leo Paul Dana's work goes well beyond merely describing entrepreneurship in different Asian countries, to penetrating analyses of the historical and cultural influences which shape those entrepreneurial processes. It provides valuable insight into both the commonalities and the differences in the entrepreneurial energies which are propelling this dynamic region."Richard W Wright The E Claiborne Robins Distinguished University Chair, University of Richmond"Dana's detailed accounts will undoubtedly provide new insights to even the most veteran researchers ... Asian Models is a welcome and essential reference for international entrepreneurship scholars, and a must for those who are travelling, researching or teaching in East Asia."Siri TerjesenMax Planck Institute of Economics, Jena"This book is extensively researched and is unique in offering a comprehensive insight into individual countries in Asia ... Leo Paul Dana should be congratulated for an excellent analysis of Asian entrepreneurship. The book is a fascinating read and is highly recommended to all individuals who want a comprehensive and well written discussion on entrepreneurship in Asia."Journal of Enterprising Culture