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1957 2vol The Making Of Scientific Management L. Urwick Vintage History Book Set

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1957 2vol The Making Of Scientific Management L. Urwick Vintage History Book Set

The Making Of Scientific Management
By L. Urwick and E.F.L. Brech
Published by Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons Ltd: London 1957
Includes Volumes 1 & 2 Of Original 3 Volume Set

" Norman Cohn's The Pursuit of the Millennium, first published in London by Secker & Warburg in 1957, is a landmark study of the revolutionary religious movements that swept through medieval Europe between the eleventh and sixteenth centuries. Drawing on a wide range of historical sources, Cohn explores the deep-rooted human longing for a transformed world—one in which justice, equality, and divine order would be established on earth. The book situates these movements within the broader context of Judeo-Christian apocalyptic thought, tracing how millenarian expectations evolved and took hold among ordinary people during periods of social upheaval.

Cohn brings to life a series of dramatic and often unsettling episodes, from the fervour of the Crusading era to the radical uprisings of groups such as the flagellants, the Brethren of the Free Spirit, and the Anabaptists. He examines charismatic leaders and prophetic figures—including Thomas Müntzer and the so-called "Drummer of Niklashausen"—who inspired mass followings with visions of imminent salvation and earthly paradise. Through these vivid case studies, the book reveals how religious belief could ignite powerful social movements, often challenging established authority and reshaping the course of history.

Beyond its historical narrative, The Pursuit of the Millennium offers a compelling reflection on the enduring appeal—and potential danger—of utopian thinking. Cohn draws striking parallels between medieval millenarianism and modern ideological movements, suggesting that the same psychological and social forces continue to drive collective visions of redemption. Scholarly yet highly readable, this influential work remains essential for anyone interested in medieval history, religious movements, and the origins of revolutionary thought."

Dustjackets are clipped with only light wear only. Inscription present. Some foxing to endpapers otherwise both volumes are clean and present very well. A nice 2 volume copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 19cm x 13cm x 1.5cm - 196 Pages + 241 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["Dust Jacket", "Illustrated"]
Region: Asia
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Dustjackets are clipped with only light wear only. Inscription present. Some foxing to endpapers otherwise both volumes are clean and present very well. A nice 2 volume copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: L. Urwick and E.F.L. Brech
Publisher: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons Ltd: London
Year Printed: 1957
Sub-subject: Scientific History