The United States and the Control of World Oil

Edward H. Shaffer, 2016. Routledge Library Editions: The Economics and Politics of Oil and Gas, Volume 12

Overview

Originally published in 1983, this volume examines the extent to which American global influence is tied to its control over world oil resources. It analyzes the transformations expected as the era of oil concludes. The author posits that the United States will face competition for control over emerging energy sources and the technologies required to utilize them.

Who it's for

• Students and researchers of international relations and energy economics.
• Readers interested in the geopolitical impact of oil.
• Those studying the history of energy policy and its future implications.

Key features

• Hardback edition
• Published in 2016
• 260 pages
• ISBN: 9781138643901
• Published by Taylor&Francis
• Part of the Routledge Library Editions: The Economics and Politics of Oil and Gas series