***SHORTLISTED FOR FT & MCKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020*** FT Best books of 2020:
Business 'In a world on fire status quo is not a great option. Henderson rightfully argues for
the refoundation of capitalism and offers thought-provoking ideas on what needs to be done to
address some of the world's greatest challenges.' Hubert Joly former chairman and CEO BestBuy
________________ What if business could help solve the greatest problems
of our time? Free market capitalism is one of humanity's greatest inventions and the greatest
source of prosperity the world has ever seen. But it's also on the verge of destroying the
planet and destabilizing society in its single-minded pursuit of maximizing shareholder value.
Rebecca Henderson McArthur University Professor at Harvard University argues for a new
framework one that can simultaneously make a positive societal impact by confronting the
realities of the environment and the need to address social and economic inequality while also
delivering sustained financial performance to ensure economic growth that brings prosperity and
wellbeing to society as a whole. Drawing on the lessons of companies from around the world who
are acting on this responsibility - who are not only surviving but are thriving becoming
leaders in their industries and beginning to drive the wheels of change - Professor Henderson
proves that this is not only a moral imperative for business but also the only way to remain
competitive in our changing world. ________________ 'You need to read Rebecca Henderson's
Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire. This is a book for the realist with a heart.' Arthur
C. Brooks president emeritus American Enterprise Institute senior fellow Harvard Business
School and author of Love Your Enemies 'Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire is a breath
of fresh air. Written in lively prose easily accessible to lay readers and chock-full of
interesting case studies Henderson comprehensively surveys what we need to do to secure a
workable future.' Larry Kramer president Hewlett Foundation
