Exchanging books!
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Many times in discussing Iraq the subject is raised that it’s a war over oil. Given the geo-political realities as well as the interlocking web of oil interests within the Bush administration the fact that “the War” on terrorism is being fought in Iraq does seem to lend credibility to the argument Whenever there is in-depth analysis and commentary on the politics of oil one author is cited: Daniel Yergin, author of “The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money & Power.” Yergin’s book, published in 1991, traces the oil industry from the 1850’s in Pennsylvania through the end of the first Gulf War and the imposition of UN sanctions on Iraq. I read “The Prize” over the last few months and was riveted particularly to the passages dealing with Iran, Iraq and of course Saudi Arabia. As the book ends following the first Gulf War, Yergin sees the seeds for future conflict and predicts the ensuing decades will continue to be fraught with fight for control of supply – by any means.....->
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.... Reading this masterful work during the current conflict casts a revealing light on the possible motives the administration had in their invasion of Iraq, and understanding history and historic rivalries in the region help explain why the invasion has failed. So last night, in making the rounds of tables, I engaged in conversation with an American family and their name came up – Yergin. “Daniel Yergin?”, I asked. He nodded, somewhat surprised that I made the association. It was fascinating to then talk about his observations in light of what’s happening today. Very self-effacing, he replied that all the indications were there, he was by no means clairvoyant. He said he’s working on a sequel, one which will surely be as engaging and revealing as “The Prize.” I asked him to sign my copy, which he kindly did: “To Kathy – with best wishes in your quest for the prize! Daniel Yergin March 6, 2006 at Rick’s”. I signed a copy of our new “The Legend Continues...” – not exactly an epic yet, however a commemoration of Rick’s at two years. . |
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