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The Puritan Gift: Reclaiming the American Dream Amidst Global Financial Chaos,New
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Where does the Protestant work ethic come from? And how did America achieve such dominance in management for so long? 'The Puritan Gift' traces the origins and the characteristics of American managerial culture which, in the course of three centuries, turned a group of small colonies into the greatest economic and political power on earth. It argues that the drive, energy and acceptance of innovation, competition, growth and social mobility, all of which lie at the root of America's management culture, have their origins in the discipline and ethos of America's first wave of European immigrants: the Puritans.And, the authors warn, as Americans distance themselves from the core values which produced their business and economic successes during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, they put their future prosperity and security at risk. This is an original exploration of the dramatic and farreaching consequences of the Puritans' 'gift' to America the ethos which produced the early success of America and what came to be known as the American dream.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Puritan Gift'? A: 'The Puritan Gift' explores the origins of the Protestant work ethic and its impact on American managerial culture, tracing how Puritan values influenced America's economic and political power.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Puritan Gift'? A: The book is authored by Kenneth Hopper.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Puritan Gift'? A: 'The Puritan Gift' was published on January 30, 2009.
- Q: What type of book is 'The Puritan Gift'? A: 'The Puritan Gift' is a softcover book categorized under Company Profiles.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Puritan Gift' have? A: The book contains 360 pages.
- Q: What condition is 'The Puritan Gift' in? A: 'The Puritan Gift' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What features does 'The Puritan Gift' offer? A: The book is presented as a used book in good condition, although it is currently available as new.
- Q: What is the significance of the Puritan work ethic as discussed in the book? A: The book argues that the drive for innovation, competition, and social mobility in American culture originates from the discipline and ethos of the Puritans.
- Q: Is 'The Puritan Gift' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Puritan Gift' provides a detailed exploration of American managerial culture and its historical roots, making it suitable for academic study.
- Q: Can I find insights on American business culture in 'The Puritan Gift'? A: Yes, the book analyzes the characteristics of American managerial culture and the implications of distancing from Puritan values.