The Oil Wars Myth

"The Oil Wars Myth" by Emily Meierding challenges the common belief that countries go to war primarily to secure oil, arguing instead that the high costs of conflict deter such major confrontations. Through an examination of key 20th-century conflicts, the book shows that nations have largely avoided fighting purely over petroleum resources, despite popular assumptions. It also explores why the idea of oil-driven wars remains prevalent, even in the absence of strong evidence.