"This overview of the operation and evolution of a leading firm over a vital era of American business history is recommended for undergraduate and graduate library collections." Choice

• Preface; Introduction; 1. Before the Bell: 1869–82; 2. In Bell's world, but not of it: 1882–1900; 3. Systems of managing and managing of systems: 1900–25; 4. Heard round the world: 1925–50; 5. Defense and social contracts: 1950–72; 6. A shock to the system: 1972–84; 7. Epilogue: 1984–95; Conclusion: 'no ordinary company'.

"This overview of the operation and evolution of a leading firm over a vital era of American business history is recommended for undergraduate and graduate library collections." Choice

• Preface; Introduction; 1. Before the Bell: 1869–82; 2. In Bell's world, but not of it: 1882–1900; 3. Systems of managing and managing of systems: 1900–25; 4. Heard round the world: 1925–50; 5. Defense and social contracts: 1950–72; 6. A shock to the system: 1972–84; 7. Epilogue: 1984–95; Conclusion: 'no ordinary company'.

"This overview of the operation and evolution of a leading firm over a vital era of American business history is recommended for undergraduate and graduate library collections." Choice

• Preface; Introduction; 1. Before the Bell: 1869–82; 2. In Bell's world, but not of it: 1882–1900; 3. Systems of managing and managing of systems: 1900–25; 4. Heard round the world: 1925–50; 5. Defense and social contracts: 1950–72; 6. A shock to the system: 1972–84; 7. Epilogue: 1984–95; Conclusion: 'no ordinary company'.