The History of the Standard Oil Company (Illustrated) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. The Exposure of Immoral and Illegal Business of John D. Rockefeller, the Richest Figure in American HistoryBy Ida Minerva Tarbell
Length33h 47m
About this audiobook
The History of the Standard Oil Company (Illustrated) is a landmark work of investigative history, tracing with formidable precision the rise of John D. Rockefeller's petroleum empire and the ruthless consolidation practices that made Standard Oil a byword for monopoly. Combining documentary evidence, lucid narration, and moral urgency, Tarbell exposes rebates, secret agreements, predatory pricing, and political influence within the broader context of America's Gilded Age and Progressive Era reform. The illustrated edition enriches this anatomy of corporate power with visual context that sharpens its historical immediacy. Ida Minerva Tarbell was among the most influential journalists of her generation, associated with McClure's Magazine and the reform-minded "muckraking" tradition. Her interest was not merely abstract: her father's independent oil business had suffered amid Standard Oil's expansion, giving her inquiry personal depth without diminishing its evidentiary rigor. Trained by years of historical and biographical research, Tarbell brought to journalism the patience of an archivist and the narrative command of a seasoned literary craftsman. This book is essential for readers interested in American business history, journalism, law, and democratic accountability. It remains a model of how careful research can challenge concentrated power and shape public understanding.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
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GenreBusiness and Economics
Length33 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The History of the Standard Oil Company (Illustrated) (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5CHAPTER I THE BIRTH OF AN INDUSTRY
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6CHAPTER II THE RISE OF THE STANDARD OIL COMPANY
7CHAPTER III THE OIL WAR OF 1872
8CHAPTER IV "AN UNHOLY ALLIANCE"
9CHAPTER V LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS OF A TRUST
10CHAPTER VI STRENGTHENING THE FOUNDATIONS
11CHAPTER VII THE CRISIS OF 1878
12CHAPTER VIII THE COMPROMISE OF 1880
13CHAPTER IX THE FIGHT FOR THE SEABOARD PIPE-LINE
14CHAPTER X CUTTING TO KILL
15CHAPTER XI THE WAR ON THE REBATE
16CHAPTER XII THE BUFFALO CASE
17CHAPTER XIII THE STANDARD OIL COMPANY AND POLITICS
18CHAPTER XIV THE BREAKING UP OF THE TRUST
19CHAPTER XV A MODERN WAR FOR INDEPENDENCE
20CHAPTER XVI THE PRICE OF OIL
21CHAPTER XVII THE LEGITIMATE GREATNESS OF THE STANDARD OIL COMPANY
22CHAPTER XVIII CONCLUSION
23APPENDIX
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