
Adam Hanieh, "Crude Capitalism: Oil, Corporate Power, and the Making of the World Market" (Verso, 2024)
New Books in Critical Theory
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The Interplay of Oil, Capitalism, and Climate
This chapter examines the intricate relationship between oil and capitalist social structures, highlighting oil's profound effect on global markets and climate issues. It critiques the simplification of oil's role in societal discourse and emphasizes the historical influences, particularly during World War II, that solidified oil's dominance. The discussion advocates for a broader understanding of capitalism's impact on environmental crises, arguing that the challenges we face cannot be attributed solely to oil companies or individual behaviors.
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