Sketches in Crude-oil Some accidents and incidents of the petroleum development in all parts of the globe

"Sketches in Crude-oil" by John J. McLaurin is a journey through the early days of the petroleum industry, capturing the excitement and challenges of this rapidly growing field in the late 1800s. McLaurin uses stories and personal memories to paint a picture of oil production around the world, highlighting important people and developments, and showing that oil has been known and used for much longer than many believe, drawing on historical accounts proving the industry's extensive history, setting the stage for sharing captivating tales of discovery, use across different cultures, and the considerable effects this resource would have on communities, blending humor and historical insight.