1918-1992

"Sam Walton used the money he earned in the army, along with some financial help from his family, to open his first store. Then he opened fourteen more. Then Sam had an even bigger idea. He wanted to build large stores in small towns and reduce the price of everything they stocked. Although other businessmen and potential partners laughed at him, this entrepreneur with humble beginnings used his resourcefulness to create Walmart, which would become the largest company in the world"--Provided by publisher.

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.

"A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and operations of Wal-Mart, the discount retailing company whose first store opened in 1962 and which today is one of the largest corporations in the world"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life of Sam Walton and discusses how his competitive nature aided in the building of Wal-Mart and his wealth.

Simple text and photographs present the life of Sam Walton, the founder of Wal-Mart.

A biography of Robert Beck, an infamous pimp from the 1940s and '50s who reinvented himself as the bestselling writer Iceberg Slim. Explores the sexual trauma and racial violence that Beck endured as well as his involvement in radical politics.

Simple text and photographs introduce young readers to the life and work of Sam Walton, founder of the Walmart franchise.

A biography of Walmart founder Sam Walton, discussing his childhood, early careers, his marriage, and Walmart.

Presents a brief biography of Sam Walton, the creator of the Wal-Mart discount stores.

Examines the life of Sam Walton and discusses how his competitive nature aided in the building of Wal-Mart and his wealth.