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1st ed. |
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1 online resource (1 volume). |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Series |
Studies in the development of accounting thought ; v. 10
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Studies in the development of accounting thought ; 10.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 185-196) and index. |
| Contents |
Cover -- Copyright page -- Contents -- Dedication -- Acknowledgements -- List of Abbreviations -- Chapter 1. Introduction -- Need for Historical Accounting Research -- Need for Biographical Research -- Purpose of the Study -- Methodology -- Scope and Limitations -- Contributions of the Study -- Description and Plan of the Study -- Chapter 2. Biography -- Family and Upbringing -- Career with the AIA -- Memberships in other Organizations -- Awards and Recognitions -- His Writings in Review -- After Retirement from the AICPA -- Conclusion -- Chapter 3. History, Environment, and Background of the Accounting Profession -- Introduction -- Early Times in America -- Public Accounting -- The First CPA Law -- The Appearance of big Business -- World War I -- The Roaring Twenties -- Stock Market Crash of 1929 -- The Great Depression and the New Deal -- SEC acts of 1933 and 1934 -- World War II -- Women in Accounting -- The Expansion Years -- Conclusion -- Chapter 4. History of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, its Predecessors, and Contemporary Organizations -- Early Attempts at Organization -- First International Congress of Accountants -- Standards Setting -- AAPA Becomes the Institute -- World war I -- National Association of Certified Public Accountants -- American Society of Certified Public Accountants -- Hiring of Assistant Secretary -- National Conference of Lawyers and CPAs -- Committee on Accounting Procedure -- McKesson & Robbins -- Formation of the APB -- Administration of the Institute -- Conclusions -- Chapter 5. Analysis of Published Works and Speeches -- Introduction -- Accountants' Index -- Type of Work -- Topics -- Citation Analysis -- Conclusions -- Chapter 6. Building a Profession -- Introduction -- Background -- General Analysis -- Themes -- Conclusions -- Chapter 7. Ethics -- Introduction -- History of Ethics -- Analysis of John Carey's Writings on Ethics -- Themes -- More Recent Ethical Issues -- News Issues -- Tax Practice -- The Unauthorized Practice of Law -- Conclusions -- Chapter 8. The Past and the Future of Accounting -- Introduction -- The Past -- The Future -- Conclusions -- Chapter 9. Summary and Conclusions -- Summary of Awards and Honors -- Summary of Service to the Institute and the Profession -- Timelessness of Carey's Writings -- Purpose of this Study -- Conclusions -- Biographical Sketch of Author -- Bibliography -- Appendices -- Appendix A. List of Books Written by John L. Carey -- Appendix B. List of Articles Written by John L. Carey -- Appendix C. Partial List of Book Chapters Authored by John L. Carey -- Appendix D. List of Recipients of the Gold Medal for Distinguished Service -- Appendix E. Members of the Accounting hall of fame and the Year Elected -- Appendix F. Partial List of Speeches Presented by John L. Carey -- Appendix G. Articles by Carey not Cited in the Accountants' Index -- Appendix H. Objectives Proposed by the Long-Range Objectives Committee -- April 1958 -- October 1958 --T$1014. |
| Summary |
The main purpose of this volume is to organize, examine, and analyze the works of John Lansing Carey, the longest serving chief staff officer of the AICPA. Through his many articles, books, pamphlets, and editorials, he influenced and directed the thoughts of the practitioners of the time. The second purpose is to demonstrate the role of John Lansing Carey as a quiet leader among the accounting professionals and as the glue that held the AICPA together through the numerous and varied administrations. Finally, this volume examines the lasting impression that Carey's writing has made and aim. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Carey, John L. (John Lansing), 1904-1987.
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Carey, John L. (John Lansing), 1904-1987. |
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Carey, John L., 1904- |
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Accounting -- United States -- History -- 20th century.
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Accounting. |
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United States. |
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History. |
| Chronological Term |
20th century |
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1900 - 1999 |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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History.
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| Added Author |
Barfitt, Laurie.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Contributions of John Lansing Carey to the profession of accountancy. 1st ed. Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier JAI, 2007 9780762313945 0762313943 (OCoLC)122283747 |
| ISBN |
9780080498317 (electronic book) |
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0080498310 (electronic book) |
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0762313943 (Cloth) |
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9780762313945 (hardback) |
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