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The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money, and Power

Daniel Yergin
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The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money, and Power

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1991

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Daniel Yergin's The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money, and Power provides a comprehensive history of the oil industry, praised for its breadth and depth. Reviewers commend Yergin's engaging narrative and meticulous research. However, some criticize its dense detail and occasional dry passages. Still, it is widely regarded as a seminal work in energy history.

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Who Should Read The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money, and Power?

Readers who enjoy The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money, and Power by Daniel Yergin are often fascinated by global economics, history, and geopolitical strategies related to natural resources. This book appeals to fans of Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond and Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty.

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18+years

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Historical Fiction
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