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This book peels back the layers of Henry Ford's past to examine the motivations, accomplishments, and legacy of the man who changed the way Americans worked and how they lived.

Readers explore the life and triumphs of America's first industrial titan through photographs, anecdotes, sidebars, and more.

"Phil Knight opens up about how he went from being a track star at an Oregon high school to the founder of Nike"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of Bill Gates, an American business magnate, investor, philanthropist, and author.

Traces the story of entrepreneur Sam Walton, describing how he rose from a military serviceman and department-store trainee to become the founder of the world's largest company: Walmart.

Introduces the economic concepts of producers and consumers.

Recounts the true story of Kamila Sidiqi, a woman who was forced to support herself and her five siblings after the Taliban seized control of the city of Kabul and her father and brothers fled the country.

Presents a short biography on Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, his early life, education, and entrance into the world of big business.

Balram Halwai is educated in the art of corruption when he is hired as the driver for the wealthiest man in his village in India, by witnessing his employers bribe and barter through his rear view mirror.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Apple mogul Steve Jobs and discusses the impact of his ideas on life in the twenty-first century.