Petrotyranny is a prescient analysis of the global oil establishment and its implications for us all. Bachers treatment combines, in reader-friendly style, the rigour of scholarly discipline, a common-sense kind of prophecy (particularly with respect to Osama bin Laden), and interdisciplinary competence, underpinned with a restrained sense of irony. -- Robert C. Hoover -- Alternatives Journal A stunning expose of the oil industry. Youll never want to give them your hard earned money again. -- Greenpeace Petrotyranny is a comprehensive and wide-ranging look at the political implications of the development of oil production throughout the globe. -- Bulletin of Science, Technology & Society This densely packed, carefully annotated work is no easy read, but it is highly informative. -- Encompass Magazine This is a breakthrough book for the green and peace movements, and a must-read for anyone interested in solutions to the linked problems of economic globalization, global warming and conflict proliferation...Petrotyranny is a somewhat demanding read, but one that is well worth the effort. -- Terry Barker -- Now Magazine A very timely and provocative book for specialists, policy makers, students, and general readers. -- Choice
