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Blumenthal, Karen

Mr. Sam: How Sam Walton Built Wal-Mart and Became America's Richest Man

186 pp. | Viking | July, 2011 | Trade ISBN 978-0-670-01177-3 $17.99
(2) 4-6 This absorbing, accessible biography chronicles the childhood, adolescence, college years, and career of Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton. Positives and negatives are explored, including Walton's personal shortcomings as well as criticisms of his company. Blumenthal has done a splendid job of not only introducing the man but also making his story relevant and timely. Vignettes, sidebars, graphs, and black-and-white photographs are included. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Jonathan Hunt | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 2011

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