Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?Re=3295&browse=true&N=3+3526+4294967200 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1669182 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1712068 If youre one of the 25 million single women over 45 living in the United States today, this book is your new best friend. Walking you through the challenges of retired or pre-retired life, it covers the issues that matter to you. Packed with specific details, The Single Womans Guide to Retirement includes real-life stories from women just like you to illustrate your options and give you fresh new ideas about how to make the most of your retirement years. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1679262 A guide to the college application process for high school students and their parents. Includes information and tips on what to expect from the application process, how to choose the right school to apply to, how to receive financial aid, and what to expect during your first year of college life. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1687286 For the residential landlord, tax deductions can make the difference between earning a profit and losing money. Here is everything you need to legally maximize your deductions and put extra dollars in your pocket. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1687300 Many fine books on the financial crisis were first drafts of history--books written quickly to fill the need for immediate understanding. Alan S. Blinder, former vice chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, held off, taking the time to understand the crisis and create a truly comprehensive and coherent narrative of how the worst economic crisis in postwar American history happened, what the government did to fight it, and what we must do from here--mired as we still are in its wreckage. Blinder shows how the U.S. financial system, grown far too complex for its own good--and too unregulated for the public good--experienced a perfect storm beginning in 2007. When Americas financial structure crumbled, the damage proved to be not only deep, but wide. It took the crisis for the world to discover, to its horror, just how truly interconnected--and fragile--the global financial system is. Blinder offers clear-eyed answers to the questions still before us, even if some of the choices ahead are as divisive as they are unavoidable.--From publisher description. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1662045 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1674380 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1668672 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1675066 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1687132 To understand the problems that vast individual fortunes pose for democratic values, Robert Dalzell presents an intriguing cast of wealthy individuals from colonial times to the present, including George Washington, one of the richest Americans of his day, the robber baron John D. Rockefeller, and Oprah Winfrey, for all of whom extreme wealth is inextricably tied to social concerns. In the process Dalzell uncovers the sources of our contradictory feelings toward the very rich, how they have sought to be perceived as the good rich, and the reality behind the widespread notion that wealth and generosity go hand in hand in America. Finally, in a thoughtful and balanced conclusion, the author explores the cost of our long-standing attitudes toward the rich.--pub. desc. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1712806 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1674411 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1687288 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1674381 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1679185 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1681664 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1712589 Text and statistical data on 500 individual companies. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1693107 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1574960 Assesses the pivotal role of American big business in building weapons and enabling industrial dominance for Allied forces in World War II, tracing the contributions of Danish immigrant William Knudsen and shipbuilding industrialist Henry Kaiser. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1674352 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1669165 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1662036 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1674542 Argues that real change can only come when party lines are ignored and people from both sides of the aisle band together to enact common sense policies. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1681551 A collection of direct quotes from Warren Buffett on topics related to business, investing, leadership, and life from his own speeches, interviews, and writings--Provided by publisher-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1674354 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1668186 Roberts examines the financial, political, and social upheavals that occurred in the United States in the decade following the Panic of 1837, which he calls the First Great Depression. The years leading up to the panic, he says, were a time of boom marked by geographic expansion, the near elimination of the national debt, states borrowing large sums for improvement projects, and land values that appeared to be rising without end. He explains that the panic caused a deep economic depression that resulted in loan defaults by nine states, federal gridlock, a breakdown of law and order, a loss of faith in banks, and a slow recovery for the U.S. economy, which came back only after the Mexican War. Parallels to the countrys current economic recession are clear throughout the text, and Roberts makes explicit comparisons in his conclusion. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1615654 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1668947 Everything you and your partners need to go into business together!Form a Partnership thoroughly explains the legal and practical issues involved in forming a business partnership, creating a partnership agreement and protecting each persons interests. In plain English, the book covers:. partnerships compared to other business structures. the financial and tax liability of partners. contributions of cash, property and services. what happens if a partner wants out. how to value partnership assets. admitting new partners. buying out a partners interest. limited partnerships. and much moreThis edition of Form a Partnership is totally revised and updated to reflect the law and realities of todays business world. Plus, all the forms you need to create a partnership agreement are provided.- Download forms for book on nolo.com-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1621951 During the most dizzying days of the financial crisis, Washington Mutual, a bank with hundreds of billions of dollars in its coffers, suffered a crippling bank run. The story of its final, brutal collapse in the autumn of 2008, and its controversial sale to JPMorgan Chase, is an astonishing account of how one bank lost itself to greed and mismanagement and how the entire financial industry--and even the entire country--lost its way as well. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1563008 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1651297 A riveting story about change in the Obama era--and an essential handbook for voters who want the truth about the president, his record, and his enemies by Time senior correspondent Grunwald. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1646069 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1668086 In 1776 the United States government started out on a shoestring and quickly went bankrupt fighting its War of Independence against Britain. At the wars end, the national government owed tremendous sums to foreign creditors and its own citizens. But lacking the power to tax, it had no means to repay them. The Founders and Finance is the first book to tell the story of how foreign-born financial specialists--immigrants--solved the fiscal crisis and set the United States on a path to long-term economic success. Pulitzer Prize--winning author Thomas K. McCraw analyzes the skills and worldliness of Alexander Hamilton (from the Danish Virgin Islands), Albert Gallatin (from the Republic of Geneva), and other immigrant founders who guided the nation to prosperity. Their expertise with liquid capital far exceeded that of native-born plantation owners Washington, Jefferson, and Madison, who well understood the management of land and slaves but had only a vague knowledge of financial instruments--currencies, stocks, and bonds. The very rootlessness of Americas immigrant leaders gave them a better understanding of money, credit, and banks, and the way each could be made to serve the public good. The remarkable financial innovations designed by Hamilton, Gallatin, and other immigrants enabled the United States to control its debts, to pay for the Louisiana Purchase of 1803, and--barely--to fight the War of 1812, which preserved the nations hard-won independence from Britain. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1518432 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1616326 Freedom Manifesto captures the spirit of a new movement that is questioning old ideas about the mo&#x00AC%x;rality of government and markets for the first time since the Great Depression. Going beyond the familiar explanations and sound bites, the authors provide a fully developed framework of first principles for a true understanding of the real moral and ethical distinctions between more and less government. This timely and provocative book shows why free markets and liberty are the only way to a better future and a fair and humane society.--From publisher description. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1667378 Learn how to navigate the USAJOBS system and write a correct federal resume. Troutman shows military personnel and their spouses job search strategies to begin their search. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1646867 This is a true story. As a kid growing up in a rough-and-tumble neighborhood in New York City, Joe Moglia dreamed of someday becoming the head coach of a college football team-not of becoming a corporate titan. But sometimes, life gets in the way of our dreams. By the time Joe was in his early 30s, he had risen through the high school and college football ranks to become the defensive coordinator at Dartmouth. His dream was very much within reach. Problem was, Joe wasnt making enough money to support his growing family. Faced with the hard choice between chasing his lifelong dream and supporting his wife and four young kids, Joe did the honorable thing: He walked away from football and went to Wall Street to try to find a job that would foot the bills at home. Joe had no training in finance. He had no MBA. His resume reflected his coaching accomplishments and his teaching jobs. And yet, somehow, through grit and determination, he was able to land an entry-level position at Merrill Lynch. Fast forward 25 years later. Joe had reached the business worlds mountaintop. He was the CEO of TD Ameritrade, one of the countrys most successful financial firms. He was recognized as one of the most respected corporate chiefs in America. But over all those years, Joe never shook his passion for coaching football. In 2008, he made a fateful and stunning decision: He voluntarily walked away from his high-paying corporate job to do the one thing hed left undone in his life. He decided to pursue his original passion for becoming a college football head coach. Getting hired as a college coach proved incredibly difficult. College athletic directors told him it was an impossible feat. Hed been out of football for nearly three decades. Undaunted, and at age 60, Joe became an unpaid intern with the University of Nebraskas football team in 2009 and 2010. In 2011, he was named the head coach of the Omaha Nighthawks of the United Football League, a professional league teetering on the brink of financial collapse. It was a risky proposition, but one he felt he needed to take to prove to his naysayers that he could coach a college team. Failure would mean the death of a dream that refused to die. As told by Forbes writer, Monte Burke, 4TH AND GOAL is a detailed account of Joe Moglias amazing and uplifting life story, his quest for his ultimate dream and its stunning conclusion. Its a tale of overcoming adversity...of never giving up...of never losing sight of ones true goals in life. It is a story, quite literally, of a dream deferred, but never forgotten. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1694434 In this modern classic, Gilder affirms the moral superiority of free-market capitalism and explains why supply-side economics is more effective at decreasing poverty than government-regulated markets. Now, in a completely updated edition, Gilder compares Americas current economic challenges with its past economic problems--particularly those of the late 1970s--and explains why Obamas big-government, redistributive policies are doing more harm than good for the poor. Wealth and Poverty offers solutions to Americas current economic problems and hope to those who fear that our best days are behind us. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1544877 Discusses the potential economic threat that China poses to the United States and examines critical issues that need to be addressed if America is to remain a powerful leader in the world. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1594848 The enduring legacy of a legendary investorCalled the greatest stock picker of the century by Money magazine, legendary fund manager Sir John Templeton is remembered as one of the worlds foremost investors, known for his pioneering insights and phenomenal investment performance over a professional career which spanned more than half a century.Templetons Way with Money provides a unique, professional 21st century appraisal of what made this formidable investor the success he was--and why his methods remain as valid today as they were during his long and successful lifetime.Written by two investment experts, one of whom worked closely with Sir John for ten years, and drawing on previously unpublished documents, the book explains in detail how John Templetons simple but effective investment philosophy of riding out the ups and downs of the market cycle continues to be as relevant as ever for professional and private investors alike.Key features include: A fresh and detailed reappraisal, drawing on a number of previously unpublished documents, of the philosophy which Templeton applied to the two phase of his investment career--first as an investment counsel, and latterly as the most successful global fund manager of his generation A detailed and original study of the performance of the Templeton Growth Fund, demonstrating in detail how Templeton achieved the Holy Grail of investment--above average returns with below average risk First hand accounts from former colleagues of their experience in working with Templeton--including those of author Alasdair Nairns ten-year career working with and for the investment management organization that was Templetons life work Proprietary and original research which explains why Templetons seemingly simple investment philosophy is sure to produce exceptional returns if implemented effectively Current market conditions make Templetons contrarian investment method of profiting from pessimism particularly relevant today, and this book a must-read for anyone working with investments-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1602538 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1669188 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1646034 The former FDIC Chairwoman, and one of the first people to acknowledge the full risk of subprime loans, offers a unique perspective on the greatest crisis the U.S. has faced since the Great Depression. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1668199 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1629318 When Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker threatened the collective bargaining rights of the states public-sector employees in early 2011, the huge protests that erupted in response put the labor movement back on the nations front pages. It was a fleeting reminder of a not-so-distant past when the labor question-and the power of organized labor-was part and parcel of a century-long struggle for justice and equality in America. Now, on the heels of the expansive Occupy Wall Street movement, the lessons of history-in seemingly short supply-are a vital handhold for the thousands of activists and citizens everywhere who sense that something has gone terribly wrong. This pithy but accessible volume provides readers with an understanding of the history that is directly relevant to the economic and political crises working people face today, and points the way to a revitalized twenty-first-century labor movement. With original contributions from leading labor historians, social critics, and activists, Labor Rising makes crucial connections between the past and present, and then looks forward, asking how we might imagine a different future for all Americans-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1664359 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1393318 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1544358 Highlights achievements of Bell Labs as a leading innovator, exploring the role of its highly educated employees in developing new technologies while considering the qualities of companies where innovation and development are most successful. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1667835 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1616296 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1671957 Essential advice on the retirement challenges facing single womenTwenty-five million strong and growing: thats the number of single women 45+ in the United States. The Single Womans Guide to Retirement is an essential and targeted resource for planning the next steps in your life. Packed with an inclusive blueprint that covers every aspect of retirement along with quizzes, checklists, and sidebars to help readers assess their choices, The Single Womans Guide to Retirement is the only retirement book single women need.The author addresses important concerns from the perspective of women, who typically have less savings and live longer than men. From investing to dealing with divorce, dating, caregiving and death, from staying physically, emotionally, and spiritually healthy to handling kids, this book weaves personal anecdotes and suggestions from single women with guidance from attorneys, financial planners and certified public accountants. Covers all the retirement-related issues that affect single women, including finances, taxes, divorce, death of a spouse, second careers, and relocation Recommends the best places to retire, hot careers, meaningful ways to get the most out of your retirement, and strategies for healthy living Asks the three questions that will answer the age-old question--should you retire? By combining technical information with insightful anecdotes, the book is a practical and complete resource for single women looking for a happy, successful retirement. Its the only book that addresses all aspects of retirement for single women, combining professional expertise with the real experiences of many single women-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1609733 Presents a counterintuitive assessment of the financial crisis to identify what the author believes were its actual causes, outlining recommended changes for strengthening the nations economy. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1675024 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1622099 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1667382 Interweaves history, anecdotes, and analysis with more than one hundred interviews with Marvel insiders to reveal how Marvel, which introduced brightly costumed caped crusaders in the 1960s, became one of the most dominant pop cultural forces in contemporary America. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1658755 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1544882 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1615583 Recounts the authors collaborative effort with a lacrosse star and a television mogul to create their own professional sports league, and describes how their friendship and determination helped the league to succeed and thrive. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1669121 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1615552 During the most dizzying days of the financial crisis, Washington Mutual, a bank with hundreds of billions of dollars in its coffers, suffered a crippling bank run. The story of its final, brutal collapse in the autumn of 2008, and its controversial sale to JPMorgan Chase, is an astonishing account of how one bank lost itself to greed and mismanagement and how the entire financial industry--and even the entire country--lost its way as well. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1624086 A collection of direct quotes from Bill Gates on topics related to business, technology, Microsoft, philanthropy, and life--Provided by publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1667797 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1645788 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1624002 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1576909 Colin Powell, one of Americas most admired public figures, reveals the principles that have shaped his life and career in this inspiring and engrossing memoir. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1623867 A history of financial crashes in the United States offers concise explanations of little-understood principles about consumer debt that were at the core of each recession, recounting lending practices and schemes that triggered large-scale crashes and controversies. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1679192 In her autobiography, Ping Fu tells her story as she lived it--from child soldier and political prisoner to a CEO and Inc. magazines Entrepreneur of the Year. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1667828 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1726598 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1669146 An engrossing, often scandalous saga of one of the wealthiest, longest-lasting, and most colorful family dynasties in the history of American commerce; a cautionary tale about prosperity, profligacy, hubris, and the blessings and dark consequences of success. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1298634 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1393105 This book guides you through the entire grant-writing process and helps you apply for some of the billions of dollars available in government and private sector grants. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1393496 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1274897 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1216312 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1226693 The inside story of the founding and growth of Taylor Guitars, one of the worlds most successful guitar manufacturers Bob Taylor mixes the details of his experience as a tradesman and cofounder of Taylor Guitars, a world-famous acoustic and electric guitar manufacturer, with philosophical life lessons that have practical application for building a business. From the a-ha moment in junior high school that inspired his very first guitar, Taylor has been living the American dream, crafting quality products with his own hands and building a successful, sustainable business. In Guitar Lessons, he shares the values that he lives by and that have provided the foundation for the companys success. Be inspired by a story of guts and gumption, an unwavering commitment to quality, and the hard lessons that made Taylor Guitars the company it is today-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1229090 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1223151 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1293204 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1334408 The author examines the causes of the U.S. stock market crash of 2008 and its relation to overpriced real estate, bad mortgages, shareholder demand for excessive profits, and the growth of toxic derivatives. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1474407 Based on more than forty interviews with Jobs conducted over two years, as well as interviews with more than a hundred family members, friends, adversaries, competitors, and colleagues, the author has written a riveting story of the roller-coaster life and searingly intense personality of a creative entrepreneur whose passion for perfection and ferocious drive revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies, music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing. At a time when America is seeking ways to sustain its innovative edge, and when societies around the world are trying to build digital-age economies, Jobs stands as the ultimate icon of inventiveness and applied imagination. He knew that the best way to create value in the twenty-first century was to connect creativity with technology. He built a company where leaps of the imagination were combined with remarkable feats of engineering. Although Jobs cooperated with this book, he asked for no control over what was written nor even the right to read it before it was published. He put nothing off-limits. He encouraged the people he knew to speak honestly. And Jobs speaks candidly, sometimes brutally so, about the people he worked with and competed against. His friends, foes, and colleagues provide an unvarnished view of the passions, perfectionism, obsessions, artistry, devilry, and compulsion for control that shaped his approach to business and the innovative products that resulted. Driven by demons, Jobs could drive those around him to fury and despair. But his personality and products were interrelated, just as Apples hardware and software tended to be, as if part of an integrated system. His tale is instructive and cautionary, filled with lessons about innovation, character, leadership, and values. -- From publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1304055 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1236042 After a period of dramatic flux, the real estate market is rebounding--but the playing field is tougher than ever. Michael Corbett, bestselling author and the host of NBCs Extras Mansions and Millionaires, teaches todays prospective home buyers everything they need to know, including: - Why now is the time to buy - The ten most costly buyers blunders - Five before-you-buy checklists for each type of property - How to navigate foreclosures and short sales - Inspections, mortgages, closings, and beyond Corbett is a household name, and real estate novices and seasoned buyers alike will want to benefit from his expertise-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1222162 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1335888 What investors can do to protect their investments in the next phase of the ongoing global economic collapse. The United States is heading toward an unavoidable financial catastrophe that will paralyze the markets and the overall economy in ways never before seen. Some call this impending economic catastrophe a double-dip recession, others a financial Armageddon.. Regardless of what its called, it is too late to stop it. Debts, Deficits, and the Demise of the American Economy is a look at how we got here, how the crisis is unfolding, and how it will end with a stock market crash in 2012, if not sooner.. Takes you through the unraveling of the collapse, starting with a wave of sovereign debt defaults in Europe. Predicts a stock market decline of two to three thousand points, a run on banks resulting in a major bank crisis, and rampant inflation. Provides investment strategies, including alternative investments such as timber, farm land, and oil. Offers a detailed proposal to get the United States out of the crisis. Debts, Deficits, and the Demise of the American Economy is a must-read, play-by-play account of the worldwide depression that is likely to unfold in the coming years.-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1209565 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1299161 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1306280 Explains the advantages, disadvantages and tax consequences of incorporation plus provides step-by-step guidance for incorporating in all 50 states. The 6th edition is updated to cover recent changes in the law, including state, federal and tax law changes--Provided by publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1306285 Gives the reader answers, information and strategies they need to figure out whether bankruptcy is the right solution for their debt problems. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1392644 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1229482 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1243858 Helps navigate government benefits systems and maximize retirement and pension income and medical coverage by explaining step-by-step instructions on how to qualify and apply. The 16th edition includes a discussion of Medicare rules reflecting federal healthcare reform, plus updated benefit numbers for Social Security, Medicare and SSI--Provided by publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1278139 Presents a scathing assessment of liberal values that have entered mainstream American culture, arguing that the media and education systems are irresponsibly teaching children negative views on capitalism and free enterprise. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1392491 From modest beginnings as a tea shop in New York, the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company became the largest retailer in the world. It was a juggernaut, the first retailer to sell 1 billion dollars in goods, the owner of nearly sixteen thousand stores and dozens of factories and warehouses. But its explosive growth made it a mortal threat to hundreds of thousands of mom-and-pop grocery stores. Main Street fought back tooth and nail, enlisting the state and federal governments to stop price discounting, tax chain stores, and require manufacturers to sell to mom and pop at the same prices granted to giant retailers. In a remarkable court case, the federal government pressed criminal charges against the Great A&P for selling food too cheaply -- and won. The Great A&P and the Struggle for Small Business in America is the story of a stunningly successful company that forever changed how Americans shop and what Americans eat. It is a brilliant business history, the story of how George and John Hartford took over their fathers business and reshaped it again and again, turning it into a vertically integrated behemoth that paved the way for every big-box retailer to come. George demanded a rock-solid balance sheet; John was the marketer-entrepreneur who led A&P through seven decades of rapid changes. Together, they built the modern consumer economy by turning the archaic retail industry into a highly efficient system for distributing food at low cost. - Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1672375 Offers evidence on how the economy has failed low- and middle-income Americans and tracks the trends to provide an economic history. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1198437 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1390665 This edition is better than ever before. In addition to more than 1,000 market listings, readers will find more than 200 pages of content devoted to story arcs, flash fiction, beating writers block and dealing with rejection making up nearly 30% of the entire book without the loss of a single market! Readers will also gain access to an exclusive downloadable webinar that explores the new opportunities in fiction publishing, including publishing direct to eBook and more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1277535 Answers questions that the authors Hispanic American readers have asked him about investment fraud, money and relationships, insurance, debt, buying a home, retirement savings, investments, educational expenses, and inheritance. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1393425 For over three decades, Jeffrey D. Sachs has been at the forefront of international economic problem solving. But Sachs turns his attention back home in The Price of Civilization, a book that is essential reading for every American. In an impassioned, and personal voice, he offers not only a searing and incisive diagnosis of our countrys economic ills but also an urgent call for Americans to restore the virtues of fairness, honesty, and foresight as the foundations of national prosperity. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1478120