Edith Penrose’s Legacy: Shaping Economics, Management, and Political Economy

This book explores Edith Penrose’s work and legacy, not just on economics - she was the founding Head of Department of Economics at SOAS University of London - but also on the related fields of management and political economy where her contribution has had significant impact.

Jonathan Michie is Professor of Innovation and Knowledge Exchange at the University of Oxford, where he is also Pro-Vice-Chancellor and President of Kellogg College. He is the managing editor of the International Review of Applied Economics, and Chair of the Universities Association for Lifelong Learning.

Christine Oughton is Professor of Management Economics at SOAS University of London. Her research focuses on innovation, environmental management & economics, corporate governance, financial inclusion and growth. She has published widely on innovation, environmental management & economics, governance and growth.