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In a Persian Oil Field: A Study in Scientific and Industrial Development

In a Persian Oil Field: A Study in Scientific and Industrial Development

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Business GeneralTechnology & EngineeringIran History

ISBN10: 1025736729
ISBN13: 9781025736723
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 244
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In a Persian Oil Field: A Study in Scientific and Industrial Development offers a comprehensive examination of the burgeoning petroleum industry in early 20th-century Persia. Written during a transformative era for global energy, J.W. Williamson provides a detailed account of the technological advancements, organizational structures, and engineering feats required to extract and refine oil in a challenging geographical and social landscape. The work delves into the scientific methodologies employed by experts to modernize production, highlighting the intersection of industrial ambition and regional development.

Through its focus on the operations of the oil fields, the book explores the broader implications of industrialization in the Middle East. It covers topics ranging from the geological surveys and drilling techniques to the construction of pipelines and the establishment of refinery infrastructure. Beyond the technical aspects, it reflects on the socio-economic impact of this massive industrial enterprise on the region. As a primary source from 1927, this study serves as a vital historical document for those interested in the history of the oil industry, the evolution of chemical engineering, and the geopolitical significance of energy resources in the early twentieth century.

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