Smil V. Oil. A Beginner's Guide 2ed 2017

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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.
Preface.
World of oil.
Oil’s benefits and burdens.
What oil is and how it was formed.
How oil is found and where it has been discovered.
How oil is produced, transported and processed.
How long will oil last?
Appendixes.
Units, abbreviations and their definitions and conversions.
Additional reading and websites.
Index