World Geography of Petroleum: American Geographical Society of New York, No. 31 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258789336)

The book ""World Geography of Petroleum: American Geographical Society of New York, No. 31"" by Wallace Everette Pratt is a comprehensive study of the geography of petroleum around the world. The American Geographical Society of New York has compiled this book, which is the 31st edition of their series, to provide a detailed analysis of the production, distribution, and consumption of petroleum in different regions across the globe. The book begins with an introduction that explains the importance of petroleum as a natural resource and its impact on global economies. It then delves into the geography of petroleum, covering topics such as the geological formation of oil and gas deposits, the exploration and drilling process, and the transportation and refining of petroleum products. The book also provides a detailed analysis of the major petroleum-producing regions of the world, including the Middle East, North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Each region is examined in terms of its geological characteristics, production levels, and the major oil companies operating in the area. In addition, the book discusses the political and economic factors that influence the production and consumption of petroleum, such as government policies, international trade agreements, and environmental concerns. It also explores the future of petroleum as a resource, including the potential for alternative energy sources and the impact of climate change on the industry. Overall, ""World Geography of Petroleum"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the global oil and gas industry, providing a comprehensive overview of the geography, production, and consumption of petroleum around the world.Additional Contributors Include Eugene Stebinger, William B. Heroy, Guillermo Zuloaga, And Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Wallace Everette Pratt
ISBN-10: 1258789337
ISBN-13: 9781258789336
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 08/24/2013
Pages: 532
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.32lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.13d