The Role of Oral History in Accounting
Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal
ISSN: 0951-3574
Article publication date: 1 December 1991
Abstract
The case is made for oral history as a research tool, and a possible role in respect to the accountancy profession is recommended and discussed: the study of the evolution of accounting standards. The collection and preservation of oral records is described. Illustrative examples are provided. The benefits and drawbacks of this kind of research are analysed.
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Citation
Collins, M. and Bloom, R. (1991), "The Role of Oral History in Accounting", Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal, Vol. 4 No. 4. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000001931
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
Copyright © 1991, MCB UP Limited