"Accounting education has experienced many dramatic changes over the life of this accounting theory text. The publication of the thirteenth edition represents over forty years in its evolution. At its inception, much of what was then considered theory was, in reality, rote memorization of rules....

"Updated and revised, this tenth edition helps accountants build strong critical thinking skills and a sound theoretical background. This enables them to evaluate accounting practice in today's increasingly global world economy. A unique and timely collection of cases and readings cover all...

"Accounting education has experienced many dramatic changes over the life of this accounting theory text. The publication of the fourteenth edition represents over forty years in its evolution. At its inception, much of what was then considered theory was, in reality, rote memorization of rules....