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Big Box USA: The Environmental Impact of America's Biggest Retail Stores

New Books in Economic and Business History

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Connecting History and Environment in Retail

This chapter explores the intertwined journeys of environmental history and the outdoor retail industry, focusing on major players like Cabela's and REI. The speakers reflect on their academic evolution driven by passion and collaboration, leading to significant publications that highlight the environmental implications of consumer culture. Additionally, the chapter examines the global impact of big box stores, addressing how their widespread presence affects both shopping behaviors and ecological concerns internationally.

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