Marcosson, Isaac F. THE BLACK GOLCONDA: THE ROMANCE OF PETROLEUM Harper & Brothers New York (1924) 1st ed 369pp B&W illustrations HC Men and companies by regions incrude-oil production the world over as of 1923 with some historical background. Emphasis is on company organization, not on administration or operations. Critical of Royal Dutch Shell and favorable to Standard Oil concerns. A journalistic work, superficial, but useful as a sketch of the development of companies and the industry. Facts not to be relied upon. Larson 2851. good, red cloth (hardcover) (no dustjacket) EX-LIB Cover Wear Price: USD 7.50 other currencies   order no. BOOKS006641I    inquire

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