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The genesis of professional organisation in English accountancy

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  • Walker, Stephen P., 2004. "The genesis of professional organisation in English accountancy," Accounting, Organizations and Society, Elsevier, vol. 29(2), pages 127-156, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:aosoci:v:29:y:2004:i:2:p:127-156
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