Author: Vaclav Smil
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Category: Book

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Media: Paperback
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Pages: 192
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Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5 x 0.8

ISBN: 1851685715
Dewey Decimal Number: 553.282
EAN: 9781851685714
ASIN: 1851685715

Publication Date: February 27, 2008
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Product Description
Without oil, there would be no globalisation, no plastic, little transport, and a global political landscape that few would recognise. In this captivating book Vaclav Smil explains all matters related to the 'black stuff', from its discovery in the earth, right through to the political maelstrom that surrounds it today. Packed with fascinating facts and insight, this book will provide readers with the science and politics behind the world's most controversial resource.