9781330327487 - A Short History of Accountants and Accountancy (Classic Reprint) de Woolf, Arthur Harold (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Journey into the world of accounting and trade from ancient civilizations to medieval Europe. This book narrates the evolution of accounting practices, shedding light on the financial systems of ancient Egypt, Babylonia, and Assyria, tracing their influence on Greek and Roman accounting methods. The author delves into the role of scribes, the use of clay tablets, and the significance of written contracts in ancient civilizations. Moving forward, the book explores the impact of banking, partnerships, and the rise of commerce on accounting practices during the Middle Ages. It examines the contributions of Italian mathematician Luca Pacioli, whose treatise laid the groundwork for modern bookkeeping, and traces the development of accounting as a profession. Through detailed research and a captivating narrative, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the historical foundations of accounting, its evolution, and its enduring importance in the world of finance and commerce. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.