Does accounting history matter?

Gomes, D., Carnegie, G. D., Napier, C., Parker, L. D. and West, B. (2011) Does accounting history matter? Accounting History, 16(4), pp. 389-402. (doi: 10.1177/1032373211417993)

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Abstract

Building upon panel discussion held at the sixth Accounting History International Conference, a resounding “yes” is offered in response to the question of whether accounting history matters. However, reflecting the viewpoint that accounting history can and should matter more, various suggestions are presented for advancing the quality, relevance and significance of historical research in accounting, commencing with the need to redress persistent misconceptions about the discipline. Practical strategies for enhancing the impact of accounting history scholarship are then developed around the themes of promoting its contemporary relevance and implications, fostering engagement with diverse groups of scholars, writing accounting history in informative and engaging ways, and articulating and developing appropriate methodologies. Finally, the role of accounting historians as “change agents” is explored and advocated.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Parker, Professor Lee
Authors: Gomes, D., Carnegie, G. D., Napier, C., Parker, L. D., and West, B.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Accounting and Finance
Journal Name:Accounting History
Publisher:Sage
ISSN:1032-3732
ISSN (Online):1749-3374

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