This paper reviews the limited literature on successful small business and entrepreneurship in
small islands, with a focus on Pacific and European research. It argues that the notable specific contribution of
this collection is its focus on tangible examples of successful island entrepreneurship, and the specific challenges
towards entrepreneurship faced by island people. This approach is micro-oriented and very close to the actual
human entrepreneurs that lead and shine by example. This is contrary to much received wisdom, which tends to
be overshadowed by macro-structural and institutional approaches that emphasize chronic vulnerability.peer-reviewe