Routledge - The Rise and Fall of Management History Book

Gain a deeper understanding of modern economic and financial challenges by exploring the history of management. In this book, Gordon Pearson provides a revealing look at how management practice and teaching have evolved over time. By examining the development of management as a body of understanding, readers can better grasp the roots of current organizational issues. Pearson brings a unique perspective to this study, drawing on his extensive career as both a practicing manager and a management educator. He uses a rigorous historical review to clarify difficult contemporary issues, such as why management customs and practices frequently lead to the contravention of the law. This text offers essential context for anyone looking to understand the historical foundations that shape today's business world.