"In a departure from the usual discourse, which is often about creating more high-tech nations, Lee (economic geography, London Sch. of Economics) looks at how to harness innovation, especially in the tech sector, to improve the lives of a broad swath of society . . . Effectively shows the importance of innovation in modern economies while also making clear that innovation alone does not guarantee good outcomes."-- "Library Journal"
"The book brings much-needed nuance to the debate about how to foster an entrepreneurial culture that lifts broader society as well as industry."-- "Financial Times"
"Put Silicon Valley and Boston on the back burner. . . . Innovation for the Masses, by Neil Lee, professor of economic geography at the London School of Economics - recently included by the Financial Times among its best new books on economics - offers a message on how universities can help create good jobs for their regions."-- "Times Higher Education"
"An excellent guide for those seeking inspiration for a better economic model."
-- "Civil Service World"