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The Quest continues the gripping narrative Daniel Yergin began two decades ago, exploring the ongoing challenge of fulfilling global energy demands and the associated power and wealth. As both a master storyteller and expert analyst, Yergin illustrates how energy drives political and economic transformations worldwide. He delves into diverse settings, from Beijing's crowded streets to the Caspian Sea and the Middle East, revealing the intricate dynamics of the oil market, the emergence of 'petrostates', and the competition for resources from the former Soviet Union. Yergin examines the significant corporate mergers that have reshaped the oil industry and highlights the ongoing drama surrounding oil—its accessibility, control struggles, supply insecurities, and geopolitical implications. He tackles pressing questions about resource depletion, the potential for U.S.-China conflicts, and climate change. Additionally, Yergin uncovers the complex histories of nuclear energy, coal, and natural gas, while exploring the resurgence of renewables like biofuels, wind, and solar power. By presenting a wide array of characters and compelling stories, Yergin emphasizes the principles that will influence our energy security for years to come, making this work essential reading.
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The Quest, Daniel Yergin
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- 2011
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