The World-Struggle for Oil

The World-Struggle for Oil by Pierre l''Espagnol de la Tramerye translated by C. Leonard Leese delves into the history and significance of oil in the world. The book explores the rise of the oil industry key players like the Standard Oil Company and Royal Dutch-Shell fears of oil reserve depletion and the power dynamics in the quest for oil resources. It discusses intense competition between major oil companies geopolitics of oil during World War I and the involvement of governments in the industry. The narrative provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of the oil industry and its impact on global politics.