Finding Oil
Narrated by R.T. McKnight
- Released
- August 25, 2017
- Length
- 5 hrs 37 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- University Press Audiobooks
"Finding Oil" explores the diverse histories of early oil prospectors, revealing how their pursuits for power went beyond just extracting resources to encompass cultural, scientific, and professional ambitions. The book examines the complex relationships between these individuals, nature, and industry from 1859 to 1920, highlighting the evolving interplay of geology, science, and exploration. Through these stories, it offers a nuanced understanding of how the quest for oil shaped perceptions of power and knowledge.
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