Among the peace and posterity of ancient city Ivonasium, a problem arises that could send this successful city spiraling into despair - the natural iron ore deposits have nearly been depleted and after many years of progress King William is forced to begin importing new supplies from the rival city of Dene to continue Ivonasium's successful progression. That is until the Crown Prince devises a brilliant plan - dragons. Dragons to smelt the iron to save Ivonasium. Together with Gaffer, the high steward and his trusty dog Jack, Prince Peter sets off on a daring quest across land in search of...

This is the first study to draw on international research carried out across four EU member states to add to the neglected area of the creative economy of peripheral regions.

Economies are dynamic entities and subject to constant flux. Driven by changing tastes, new ways to make and disruptive innovations, new routes of economic development present themselves at ever increasing rates. This study is concerned with the rise of the creative economy. UNCTAD has marked the emergence of the creative economy across the globe and noted its resilience in the face of recent economic turmoil. Here,...