America's Kingdom: Mythmaking on the Saudi Oil Frontier (Stanford Studies in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies and Cultures (Paperback))
In America's Kingdom, Robert Vitalis examines the mythmaking that defined the Saudi oil frontier, part of the Stanford Studies in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies and Cultures. The work reveals how American oil operations crafted enduring narratives of collaboration and development in the region, shaping historical and cultural understandings of this vital geopolitical space.
About This Book
America's Kingdom explores the historical mythmaking on the Saudi oil frontier, drawing from the Stanford Studies in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies and Cultures series.
Author Robert Vitalis delves into the narratives constructed around American involvement in Saudi Arabia's oil industry, highlighting the interplay of power, culture, and economics.
The book offers insights into how these stories influenced perceptions of the region and its global significance.
Through a scholarly lens, it addresses the broader implications for understanding Middle Eastern history and international relations.
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