how the world's most powerful company really works-- and how it's transforming the American economy
Fishman, Charles
2007
Discusses how the Wal-Mart stores conduct their business and change the economic picture of communities as well as the lives of workers. Describes how their low prices have created terms for how other corporations also do their business, and shift costs to suppliers. Argues that Wal-Mart may cause poverty when they enter a town for the first time and become part of a large economic ecosystem.
Presents a collection of essays that examine the largest corporation in America and includes information on its history and development as well as its impact on the American economy.
