Oil!

Upton Sinclair's novel "Oil!" is a classic tale of greed and corruption that exposes the effects of corporate corruption, greed, and how the so-called "American Century" was born. It is a gripping family saga and an anti-capitalist warning that anticipates the dilemmas of our present and looks toward a greener, more inclusive, and more livable world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 608 pages
Publication date: 04 January 2024
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

A timeless narrative of avarice and corruption, Erich Schlosser's Fast Food Nation delves into the profound critique of fossil fuels offered by Upton Sinclair, serving as the inspiration for the iconic film There Will Be Blood. Drawing upon the oil scandals of the Harding administration, Sinclair's novel Oil! emerged in 1927 amidst soaring petroleum profits and glaring disparities, capturing the essence of corporate corruption, greed, and the birth of the so-called American Century. Through his skillful storytelling, Sinclair vividly portrays the impact of these forces on various aspects of society, including land, ordinary civilians, and the heirs to oil fortunes. By seamlessly blending a gripping family saga with an anti-capitalist warning, Oil! stands as one of the most significant examinations of fossil energy ever penned. An exhilarating read, it foreshadows the dilemmas we face today as a result of our reliance on fossil fuels, while also envisioning a greener, more inclusive, and altogether more livable world yet to come.

Weight: 394g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780143137443