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'If you ever thought Taylorism was a thing of the past, then think again! The contributions to this stimulating and insightful book provide a timely reminder that Taylorist principles of scientific management are alive and kicking across numerous sectors of the modern economy, debunking the myth that modern management is all about engagement and empowerment . It deserves the widest readership amongst academics, students and practitioners alike.' Michael Gold, Royal Holloway University of London, UK

'If you ever thought Taylorism was a thing of the past, then think again! The contributions to this stimulating and insightful book provide a timely reminder that Taylorist principles of scientific management are alive and kicking across numerous sectors of the modern economy, debunking the myth that modern management is all about engagement and empowerment . It deserves the widest readership amongst academics, students and practitioners alike.' Michael Gold, Professor of Comparative Employment Relations at Royal Holloway University of London, UK

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Christina Evans is Principal Lecturer in Human Resource Management at Roehampton University Business School. Dr Evans' has a PhD from the Open University and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from Brunel University. She worked in industry and as an Associate of Roffey Park Institute prior to developing her career in academia. Christina has written for academic and practitioner audiences. Leonard Holmes is Reader in Management at Roehampton University Business School, London. His PhD was awarded by the University of London. He has an MPhil from Lancaster University and a BA (Hons) in Philosophy from Nottingham University. He has held academic posts at the University of Bedfordshire and at London Metropolitan University, following a career in human resource management and development. Dr Holmes is a widely published author.

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