""Is The Chain Store A Menace?"" is a thought-provoking book written by J.C. Penny that explores the impact of chain stores on local communities and small businesses. The author argues that while chain stores may offer lower prices and convenience, they also pose a threat to the economic and social fabric of small towns and cities. The book examines the history of chain stores in America and their impact on employment, wages, and consumer choice. It also delves into the strategies used by chain stores to dominate the market and the consequences of their dominance. The author offers insights into how communities can respond to the challenges posed by chain stores and preserve their local economies. Overall, ""Is The Chain Store A Menace?"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the economics of retail and the future of small businesses in America.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: A Basis for Stability, by J. C. Penny. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766159450.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.