Living Oil: Petroleum Culture in the American Century (Oxford Studies in American Literary History)
In Living Oil, Stephanie Lemenager investigates how petroleum culture permeated American literature during the twentieth century. Part of Oxford Studies in American Literary History, the book analyzes oil's influence on societal narratives, environmental themes, and cultural identity in the United States.
About This Book
Living Oil examines the cultural dimensions of petroleum in the United States throughout the American Century. It delves into how oil influenced literary expressions and broader societal perceptions.
The book is part of the Oxford Studies in American Literary History series, focusing on key themes in twentieth-century American writing. It highlights the interplay between energy resources and cultural narratives.
Author Stephanie Lemenager provides insights into the historical context of petroleum's role in shaping American identity and literature. The work connects environmental history with literary analysis.
Through careful study, it illustrates the enduring legacy of oil in American cultural production. This exploration offers a nuanced view of resource-driven storytelling.
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