For anyone in the retail industry, this classic work from the National Retail Merchants Association is an essential reference. Volume 1 covers the basic principles of accounting and financial management, while Volume 2 delves into more complex topics such as inventory control and cost accounting. Packed with practical advice and real-world examples, this is a must-have guide for anyone looking to run a successful retail operation. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.