224 - Peak (Whale) Oil
Cultures of Energy
From Gravestones to Whale Songs
This chapter explores a whimsical start that leads into a serious discussion about the historical role of whale oil in American culture. It critiques wealth and environmental issues, intertwining stories of indigenous whaling practices, whale conservation movements, and humorous personal anecdotes.
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