02422cam a22003133u 4500 53672 UtSlPG 20260610134234.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 TN McLaurin, John J. (John James), 1841-1923 Sketches in Crude-oil : Some accidents and incidents of the petroleum development in all parts of the globe Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-12-06 Produced by KD Weeks, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Sketches in Crude-oil" by John J. McLaurin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the developing petroleum industry and its historical significance, providing insights based on personal observation, anecdotes, and illustrations of key individuals involved in this burgeoning field. Readers can expect a rich tapestry of stories and observations that illuminate the diverse aspects of petroleum production and its impact on society. The opening of the book introduces the historical significance of petroleum, illustrating its long-standing presence from ancient times to the modern era. McLaurin references various historical texts and anecdotes about the recognition and use of oil throughout history, debunking the notion that the petroleum industry is a recent phenomenon. He sets the stage for further exploration of the oil industry, detailing its evolution and the myriad of stories surrounding its discovery and utilization in different cultures across the globe. The writer hints at the deep societal changes brought about by this natural resource, all while juxtaposing humor and historical anecdotes to engage the reader's interest. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Petroleum -- History Petroleum industry and trade -- North America -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53672 94506 94506