
Petroleum
Exploring the Impact of Oil: Economics, Society, and EnvironmentBy Albert LidgettLength3h 16m
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In "Petroleum," Albert Lidgett masterfully explores the intricate relationship between humanity and one of its most vital resources, delving into the environmental, economic, and sociopolitical ramifications of oil exploitation. Through a blend of vivid prose and analytical rigor, Lidgett effectively articulates the historical context of the petroleum industry, weaving together narratives that highlight both innovation and ecological disaster. His literary style oscillates between a journalistic approach and a poetic sensibility, which engages readers while grounding them in the complexities of resource dependency in modern society. Albert Lidgett, a seasoned environmentalist and economic historian, draws upon his extensive research in energy policy and ecological ethics to craft this compelling work. His experiences in the field and advocacy for sustainable practices inform both his critical perspective and his urgent call for change. Lidgett's background illuminates the motivations behind "Petroleum," as he grapples with the paradox of progress and the relentless pursuit of fossil fuels that continue to shape global power dynamics. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted implications of petroleum in our world today. Lidgett'Äôs insightful analysis and eloquent prose shine a light on urgent ethical questions, making "Petroleum" not just a commentary on resources but a profound reflection on humanity'Äôs future.
Audiobook details
GenreBusiness and Economics
Length3 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER III HOW PETROLEUM IS PRODUCED
11CHAPTER XIII A FEW NOTABLE PETROLEUM ENTERPRISES
2CHAPTER IV THE REFINING OF PETROLEUM
12CHAPTER XIV STATISTICAL
3CHAPTER V TRANSPORT BY LAND AND SEA
13The World’s Output of Petroleum
4CHAPTER VI PETROLEUM AS FUEL: TYPICAL LIQUID FUEL BURNERS
14The Petroleum Import Trade of the United Kingdom
5CHAPTER VII PETROLEUM AS A LIGHTING AND COOKING AGENT
15America’s Crude Oil Production During the Past Fifty Years
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6CHAPTER VIII INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES
16Roumania’s Crude Oil Production During the Past Fifty Years
7CHAPTER IX PETROLEUM IN ENGLAND
17Mexico’s Remarkable Progress in Crude Oil Production
8CHAPTER X PETROLEUM IN THE BRITISH EMPIRE
18Galician Crude Oil Production
9CHAPTER XI PETROLEUM’S PART IN THE GREAT WAR
19Germany’s Crude Oil Production
10CHAPTER XII THE SCOTTISH SHALE-OIL INDUSTRY
20Exports of Petroleum Products from the United States