<P>This book, first published in 1989, contains reprints of the early periodical on accounting, <I>The Book-Keeper</I>. It dealt with ¿historical reviews of methods and systems in all ages and by all nations. Elucidations of accounts, introducing new and simplified features of accounting. Problems from the counting-room discussed and explained. Instructive notes upon plans and methods of book-keeping in every department of trade, commerce and industry.¿ The journal is a primary source for students interested in the history of accounting.</P>