"I like the way Duncan has laid out the book. In particular, the initial parts do an excellent job of introducing the reader to the field of management via an emphasis on efficiency and specialization....This book is unique because it offers an interesting and insightful look at management in both a historical and relevant context." --Richard Hodgetts, Florida International University"This is an impressive work and very valuable in its historical perspective and clarification of the evolution of management thinking.--David W. Jamieson, Jamieson Consulting Group"The overall organization is logical and concise....The text's level seems quite appropriate for a volume designed to be an informative introduction to the founders and foundations of managerial practice. It is written in an engaging and stimulating style."--Arthur G. Bedeian, Louisiana State University"The strengths of the book as a core text are that the book is relatively easy to read, it is well written and interesting, and it covers much of the history of management and management principles....Readable and enjoyable. It also has much more on the history of management ideas than most books."--Robert Gephart, University of Alberta, Canada

• Part I. An Invitation to Management 1: Why Management? 2: Management and Managers Part II. Challenges of Management 3: The Challenge of Efficiency: Doing Things Right 4: The Challenge of Change: Doing the Right Things 5: The Challenge of Leadership Part III. Coordinating Resources 6: Goal Setting and Decision Making 7: Authority and Coordination 8: Management and Motivation Part IV. Managing Relationships and Culture 9: Managing Responsibility: Obligations and Values 10: Managing Culture and Quality 11: Lessons of Management: Prescriptions, Enigmas, and Paradoxes References