Abstract

We need to reflect upon the historical origins of organizing that extend far further than people usually think. This reflection must be critical and open to alternative histories and explanations. Origins of Organizing does just that. This book offers fascinating insights not only for those interested in organization and management history or critically oriented management and organizational studies, but for anyone engaged with organization theory or management practice, seeking for a deeper understanding of what organizing is all about. This is because the book is compiled and written in a reflexive manner that does not offer one truth but a number of perspectives that help to enrich our understanding of organizing and its various origins.'"-- Eero Vaara, Aalto University School of Business, Finland.