Abstract

This book is a manga adaptation of the long-selling book “History of Accounting” which has so far sold a total of 100,000 copies. It is a story about the development of a business, the birth of a new industry, and the people and the money involved, depicted in a passionate and enjoyable manner.

Both working people and students will find this book a great read. It is a new kind of intellectual entertainment that is both fun and informative!

Banking and cashless transactions were born in Italy in the 15th century and accounting was drawn up to support the system.

The Age of Discovery brought globalization of commerce, and the Industrial Revolution gave birth to new technologies and production systems. Money management, investment, and related systems expanded, and accounting evolved along with them.

The various relationships between people, companies, and money in the 21st century can be understood by reading historical narratives. This book condenses these epic stories into six tales. Just by following the stories with enjoyment, you will acquire the latest knowledge and education!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Nikkei BP Foreign Rights
Follow us now for introduction of our books and updates!

Author’s Information

Certified Public Accountant, Author
Born in Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture in 1963. After graduating from the School of Commerce at Waseda University, he worked for a foreign consulting firm before assuming his current position. He is active as a lecturer at business schools, corporate training programs, and lectures, and is also involved in a wide range of pop-up activities, such as collaborating with rakugo (comic storytellers) and kodan (storytellers) for events. He is the author of many books, including "The World History of Accounting" and "Jitsugaku Nyumon: Keiei ga Mieru Kakaku" (Introduction to Accounting: Management in Perspective) (Nihon Keizai Shimbun Publishing Inc.).