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Civilised Market : Corporations, Conviction and the Real Business of Capitalism

by Ivan Alexander
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Civilised Market : Corporations, Conviction and the Real Business of Capitalism - Thryft
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Reimagining capitalism through a civilised market.

The Civilised Market offers a nuanced exploration of corporate governance and its role in society. This book is highly recommended for readers who are interested in thoughtful analysis of how corporations can be managed in a principled way that prioritizes accountability, individualism, and democracy. Alexander's enjoyable and stimulating writing style makes this book an approachable read for anyone looking to engage with one of the most pressing topics of our time.

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Civilised Market : Corporations, Conviction and the Real Business of Capitalism

by Ivan Alexander
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ISBN: 9781900961127
Author: Ivan Alexander
Publisher: Capstone
Date of Publication: 2001-02-22
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Philosophy, Business, Economics
Related Topics: Management, Leadership, Finance, Society
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"If you ever wondered what has happened to all of the guiding principals of individualism and democracy in this era of great corporations The Civilized Market is a joy. Ivan Alexander tells a wonderful story and weaves together strands of tradition and practice that are pleasurable and startling. All who are interested in the role of business in society will want to read this."—Robert G. Monks, Chairman of the Lens Corporation and author of Power and Accountability "A well-researched and novel contribution to the debate on corporate governance."—Sir Paul Judge " The Civilized Market is a profoundly intelligent and thought-provoking book written in an enjoyable and stimulating style. A civilized book on a civilized subject."—Robin Field, Chief Executive, Filofax Group
 

Reimagining capitalism through a civilised market.

The Civilised Market offers a nuanced exploration of corporate governance and its role in society. This book is highly recommended for readers who are interested in thoughtful analysis of how corporations can be managed in a principled way that prioritizes accountability, individualism, and democracy. Alexander's enjoyable and stimulating writing style makes this book an approachable read for anyone looking to engage with one of the most pressing topics of our time.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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