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The Company: A Short History Of A Revolutionary Idea (Modern Library Chronicles)
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From The Acclaimed Authors Of A Future Perfect Comes The Untold Story Of How The Company Became The Worlds Most Powerful Institution.Like All Groundbreaking Books, The Company Fills A Hole We Didnt Know Existed, Revealing That We Cannot Make Sense Of The Past Four Hundred Years Until We Place That Seemingly Humble Victorian Innovation, The Jointstock Company, In The Center Of The Frame.With Their Trademark Authority And Wit, Economist Editors John Micklethwait And Adrian Wooldridge Reveal The Company To Be One Of Historys Great Catalysts, For Good And For Ill, A Mighty Engine For Sucking In, Recombining, And Pumping Out Money, Goods, People, And Culture To Every Corner Of The Globe. What Other Earthly Invention Has The Power To Grow To Any Size, And To Live To Any Age? What Else Could Have Given Us Both The Stock Market And The British Empire? The Company Man, The Company Town, And Company Time? Disneyfication And Mcdonaldsization, To Say Nothing Of Cocacolonialism? Through Its Many Mutations, The Company Has Always Incited Controversy, And Governments Have Always Fought To Rein It In. Today, Though Marx May Spin In His Grave And Anarchists Riot In The Streets, The Company Exercises An Unparalleled Influence On The Globe, And Understanding What This Creature Is And Where It Comes From Has Never Been A More Pressing Matter. To The Rescue Come These Acclaimed Authors, With A Short Volume Of Truly Vast Range And Insight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Company: A Short History of a Revolutionary Idea'? A: 'The Company' explores the evolution and significance of the joint-stock company as a pivotal institution in shaping global economies and societies over the past four hundred years.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge, both of whom are editors at The Economist.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: 'The Company' is a hardcover book categorized under 'Industries' and presents a concise yet insightful analysis of the company as a powerful historical entity.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Company' published? A: 'The Company' was published on March 4, 2003.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: This book is sold as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', which indicates that it may show some signs of wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about modern companies? A: The book discusses how companies, through their various forms and influences, have shaped contemporary society, economies, and cultural practices, including discussions on related phenomena like Disneyfication and Coca-colonialism.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'The Company' provides a well-researched historical perspective that can be valuable for academic studies in business history, economics, and sociology.
- Q: What writing style is used in the book? A: Micklethwait and Wooldridge employ a blend of authority and wit, making complex ideas accessible while engaging readers with their narrative style.
- Q: Can I find this book in other formats? A: While this listing is for the hardcover edition, 'The Company' may also be available in other formats, such as paperback or digital versions, depending on the retailer.