Mary Parker Follett Knihy

A classic study of industrial management from various perspectives.

Mary Parker Follett (1868-1933) attended Radcliffe College and served on Boston's Women's Municipal League and that school system's Placement Bureau Committee and on the Massachusetts Minimum Wage Board. She was a conference leader for the Bureau of Personnel Administration and lectured at the London School of Economics. She published 3 books and many articles and conference papers.

2016 Reprint of 1923 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Known mostly for her pioneering work in managerial theory, Mary Parker Follett (1868-1933) was also an astute political theorist. In "The New State" (1918), she wrote a classic work in democratic political theory. Her vision of citizens gathering into neighborhood centers and engaging in civic dialogue continues to inform recent calls to strengthen American democracy from below. Next to John Dewey's "The Public and Its Problems" (1927), "The New State" stands as one of the most important political works that grew out of the Progressive Era in American history.

As a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, this book captures the essence of its historical significance while potentially containing imperfections typical of its age, such as marks and notations. The publisher emphasizes its cultural importance and commitment to preserving literature by making this edition accessible in a high-quality format that remains true to the original text.

Recognized for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It has been chosen by scholars for its importance in understanding historical and societal contexts, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of human thought and culture.

Focusing on human relations and management, this collection features lectures by Mary Parker Follett, a trailblazer in organizational theory. Her insights, delivered at the London School of Economics in 1933 and the Taylor Society in 1926, explore political philosophy, psychology, and the dynamics of business administration. As the first woman to speak at LSE, Follett's work emphasizes the importance of collaboration and innovative thinking in organizational settings, making her contributions timeless and influential.