Title
Double Entry: How The Merchants Of Venice Created Modern Finance
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Lively History. . . . Show[S] Double Entrys Role In The Creation Of The Accounting Profession, And Even Of Capitalism Itself.The New Yorkerfilled With Colorful Characters And History, Double Entry Takes Us From The Ancient Origins Of Accounting In Mesopotamia To The Frontiers Of Modern Finance. At The Heart Of The Story Is Doubleentry Bookkeeping: The First System That Allowed Merchants To Actually Measure The Worth Of Their Businesses. Luca Paciolimonk, Mathematician, Alchemist, And Friend Of Leonardo Da Vinciincorporated Arabic Mathematics To Formulate A System That Could Work Across All Trades And Nations. As Jane Gleesonwhite Reveals, Doubleentry Accounting Was Nothing Short Of Revolutionary: It Fueled The Renaissance, Enabled Capitalism To Flourish, And Created The Global Economy. John Maynard Keynes Would Use It To Calculate Gdp, The Measure Of A Nations Wealth. Yet Doubleentry Accounting Has Had Its Failures. With The Costs Of Sudden Corporate Collapses Such As Enron And Lehman Brothers, And Its Disregard Of Environmental And Human Costs, The Time May Have Come To Recreate It For The Future.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Double Entry: How the Merchants of Venice Created Modern Finance'? A: The book explores the history and significance of double-entry bookkeeping, detailing its role in developing the accounting profession and capitalism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Jane Gleeson-White.
- Q: When was 'Double Entry' published? A: The book was published on October 7, 2013.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Double Entry' have? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: Is 'Double Entry' a new or used book? A: This book is classified as new.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the origins of accounting, the evolution of double-entry bookkeeping, and its impact on modern finance and the global economy.
- Q: Does the book discuss failures related to double-entry accounting? A: Yes, it addresses failures such as corporate collapses and the need to reconsider accounting practices for future sustainability.
- Q: What historical figures are featured in 'Double Entry'? A: The book features historical figures like Luca Pacioli, who is known for his contributions to double-entry bookkeeping.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Company Profiles.