Manpower

Andrews, Lincoln C. (Lincoln Clarke), 1867-1950Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 217K words
Chapters: 22

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Manpower by Lincoln C. AndrewsAuthor: Andrews, Lincoln C. (Lincoln Clarke), 1867-1950,Language: English, Class: HM: Social sciences: Sociology, Release Date: Jun 11, 2014

Editor's review

Manpower is an English-language work of sociology by Lincoln C. Andrews, born in the late nineteenth century; the text was prepared and released by Project Gutenberg. Classified under sociology, it discusses the place of the concept of "manpower" in social organization and public life. The value of such early works often lies not in offering conclusions directly applicable today, but in showing how an era understood the relationship between human resources, social order, and individual capacity. Reading it provides a historical reference: how the discourse of "manpower," now taken for granted, was once proposed and argued. The style bears the traits of early twentieth-century expository prose, with argument weighted toward concepts and general principles; its cases and data may not meet contemporary standards. It suits readers interested in the history of social thought and early sociological argument, and serves as a supplementary text for understanding the evolution of the idea of manpower. Those seeking concrete management tools or contemporary policy analysis should not start here.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in the history of social thought and early sociological argument
Students seeking to understand the historical evolution of the idea of "manpower"
Language learners needing samples of English expository prose from the late nineteenth to early twentieth century
Readers who treat the book as a period document rather than a practical manual

Not a good fit for

Practitioners looking for contemporary human resource management methods
Readers hoping for concrete policy proposals or data analysis
Beginners lacking patience with early English expository style

Reading tips

Read the opening and conclusion first to grasp the author's basic definition of "manpower"
Note the core concepts the author uses and distinguish them from contemporary usage
Understand the argument's premises in light of the era of composition rather than judging by modern standards
Compare with contemporary sociology or human resources works and keep notes on the history of ideas

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FAQ

Does this book discuss human resource management?

It cannot be simply equated with contemporary human resource management. It is an early sociological argument about the general meaning of "manpower" in social organization, not practical operations such as recruitment, performance, or compensation. Readers should understand it within the context of the history of social thought.

What background knowledge is needed to read this book?

Basic English reading ability is enough; familiarity with the social thought of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries will make it easier to enter. The book's concepts differ from contemporary usage, so read it with a history-of-ideas perspective rather than insisting on practical conclusions.

What are the features of the Project Gutenberg edition?

This edition was prepared and released by Project Gutenberg as a public-domain e-book, freely accessible and searchable. The text is the original English, without modern scholarly annotation, so readers must consult background materials themselves to understand its concepts and arguments.

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About the author

Andrews, Lincoln C. (Lincoln Clarke), 1867-1950 Author · American · 1867–1950

Lincoln C. Andrews (Lincoln Clarke Andrews, 1867–1950) was a United States Army officer who was also involved in federal law enforcement affairs. Publicly available information about his life is limited. Only one work by him, Manpower, is held in the collection. Judging from the title and his background, the book likely concerns human resources or military manpower allocation, probably with a practical emphasis on organization, mobilization, and management. As more reliable records of the book's content and publication context are lacking, it is difficult to comment further on his writing style or specific arguments. Overall, Andrews's writings are not widely circulated in Chinese-language book circles, and his influence remains confined to specialized fields. His work may be of value to readers interested in the history of American military administration and manpower management.