Company: A Short History of a Revolutionary Idea (Modern Library Chronicles)
by John Micklethwait, Adrian Wooldridge
- Used
- Very Good
- Paperback
- Condition
- Very Good
- ISBN 10
- 0812972872
- ISBN 13
- 9780812972870
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About This Item
Modern Library. Softcover. Very Good. Company: A Short History of a Revolutionary Idea" (ISBN: 9780812972870): "Company: A Short History of a Revolutionary Idea" explores the evolution of the modern business corporation, a concept that has profoundly shaped the economic and social landscapes of the modern world. Author John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge trace the historical development of the corporation from its origins to its current global prominence. The book offers insights into the key figures, innovations, and challenges that have defined the corporate world over centuries. Through engaging storytelling and historical analysis, the authors shed light on the impact of corporations on society, politics, and economics. "Company" also raises important questions about the role and responsibilities of corporations in contemporary society. It prompts readers to consider the enduring significance of this revolutionary idea and its implications for the future. Crisp, clean, unread book with some shelfwear/edgewear. May have remainder marks, often with a black dot or similar mark, to the top or bottom edge of the book.
Synopsis
John Micklethwait oversees coverage of the United States for The Economist . He lives in London. Adrian Wooldridge works for The Economist in Washington, D.C. They are coauthors of A Future Perfect: The Challenge and Promise of Globalization and The Witch Doctors: Making Sense of the Management Gurus . From the Hardcover edition.
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- Bookseller
- Quixotic Books (AU)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- QB00549
- Title
- Company: A Short History of a Revolutionary Idea (Modern Library Chronicles)
- Author
- John Micklethwait, Adrian Wooldridge
- Format/Binding
- Softcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0812972872
- ISBN 13
- 9780812972870
- Publisher
- Modern Library
- Place of Publication
- New York, New York, U.s.a.
- This edition first published
- January 11, 2005
- Keywords
- Business history, Company, Corporate culture, Entrepreneurship, Business strategies, Industrial revolution, Innovation, Economic development, Organizational dynamics, Capitalism.
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