A world driven by oil, a superpower trapped by its own dependence, and conflicts that stretch across continents. Blood and Oil by Michael Klare reveals the hidden forces shaping America’s foreign policy.

From the Middle East to Africa, Latin America to the Caspian Sea, Klare exposes how U.S. military interventions, alliances with authoritarian regimes, and strategic decisions have been driven by the relentless pursuit of petroleum. He traces decades of policy, from Truman to Carter, showing how energy needs have influenced wars, diplomacy, and global power struggles.

This is not just a book about oil—it’s a story of power, politics, and the high stakes of global energy dependence. Klare’s research is meticulous, his insights compelling, and the consequences he highlights are as urgent today as they were when first written.

For anyone who wants to understand the real forces behind modern geopolitics and the hidden costs of America’s thirst for oil, Blood and Oil is essential reading.

Author: Michael T. Klare

Format: Paperback / Hardcover

Pages: 304 (varies by edition)

ISBN-13: 978-0805079388

Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 9 inches