"Coping With Retail Giants brings a welcome ray of hope to those who are tired and frightened of the increased?and increasing?encroachment of giant mass merchandisers throughout the retail sector. By combining theory with common sense, Samli provides an entrepreneurial roadmap to survival in an increasingly competitive, concentrated, and turbulent retail environment." - Ronald J. Adams, University of North Florida, USA ... Read more "Through teaching, research and business experience, Samli has written a book which should be required reading for anyone studying retailing, engaged in retailing, or interested in understanding the market dynamics currently facing small and medium sized retailers in the United States and in the global marketplace. Samli offers a strategic perspective on how to compete and succeed in taking on the giant retailers without ever losing sight of the importance of the customer." - Edward Mazze, University of Rhode Island, USA Show Less