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Sam Walton: Made in America is an autobiography that chronicles the life of Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart, emphasizing his entrepreneurial journey from humble beginnings in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, to creating a multibillion-dollar retail empire. The book explores his business philosophies, such as valuing hard work, customer satisfaction, and innovation, and discusses lessons learned from early work experiences, pricing strategies, competition, efficient management, and his fundamental business principles. Walton’s reflections are enriched by quoted insights from his friends, family, and colleagues, offering a comprehensive view of his work ethic and core values, ultimately aimed at making every customer happy. Walton died of cancer in 1992.