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Private empire
ExxonMobil and American Power
Book • 2012
This book by Steve Coll provides an exhaustive analysis of ExxonMobil's history and operations from 1989 to 2011.
It delves into the company's global reach, its dealings with foreign governments, its response to environmental and safety issues, and its significant influence on politics and security.
The narrative includes detailed profiles of key executives such as Lee 'Iron Ass' Raymond and Rex Tillerson, and it explores the company's complex and sometimes contentious relationship with the U.S.
government.
The book is based on extensive research, including over 450 interviews and numerous government documents.
It delves into the company's global reach, its dealings with foreign governments, its response to environmental and safety issues, and its significant influence on politics and security.
The narrative includes detailed profiles of key executives such as Lee 'Iron Ass' Raymond and Rex Tillerson, and it explores the company's complex and sometimes contentious relationship with the U.S.
government.
The book is based on extensive research, including over 450 interviews and numerous government documents.
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