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Wal-Mart

The Face of Twenty-First-Century Capitalism

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  • 13 ore di lettura

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This collection of essays offers a balanced exploration of the complex impact of Wal-Mart, showcasing its wonders and horrors. Edited by a leading labor historian, it aims to dissect the retailer's extensive business operations, social effects, and its role in both the U.S. and global economy. Originating from a spring 2004 conference that drew significant media attention, including features in major publications, the contributions have been adapted for a general audience. Historically, institutions like the Pennsylvania Railroad, IBM, and Microsoft have been seen as benchmarks of economic power, but in the early twenty-first century, Wal-Mart emerged as the dominant force. The book presents an accessible format, enriched with charts and graphs, and covers various topics such as Wal-Mart's managerial culture, innovative technological practices, and controversial employee policies. It serves as a comprehensive guide to one of America's largest corporations. Scholars liken their analysis to archaeologists studying artifacts to glean insights into American capitalist culture, providing stimulating perspectives on the world’s largest corporation.

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Wal-Mart, Nelson Lichtenstein

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Pubblicato
2006
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Titolo
Wal-Mart
Sottotitolo
The Face of Twenty-First-Century Capitalism
Lingua
Inglese
Editore
New Press
Pubblicato
2006
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
349
ISBN10
1595580212
ISBN13
9781595580214
Serie
Descrizione
This collection of essays offers a balanced exploration of the complex impact of Wal-Mart, showcasing its wonders and horrors. Edited by a leading labor historian, it aims to dissect the retailer's extensive business operations, social effects, and its role in both the U.S. and global economy. Originating from a spring 2004 conference that drew significant media attention, including features in major publications, the contributions have been adapted for a general audience. Historically, institutions like the Pennsylvania Railroad, IBM, and Microsoft have been seen as benchmarks of economic power, but in the early twenty-first century, Wal-Mart emerged as the dominant force. The book presents an accessible format, enriched with charts and graphs, and covers various topics such as Wal-Mart's managerial culture, innovative technological practices, and controversial employee policies. It serves as a comprehensive guide to one of America's largest corporations. Scholars liken their analysis to archaeologists studying artifacts to glean insights into American capitalist culture, providing stimulating perspectives on the world’s largest corporation.