The Gamble for Glory in the World s First Billion Dollar Oilfield. Historical photographs, oilfield poetry and memories of oilfield workers offer a look at the remarkable Bradford Oilfield in the Pennsylvania Wilds region that in 1881 supplied 77% of the world s oil and where oil is still harvested today. Written and compiled by Linda K. Delaney, foreword by Fred Fesenmyer, President and C.E.O. of Minard Run Oil Company, the world s oldest family- owned independent oil company under the continuous management of one family. Softcover. July 2007. |