This new title presents key information on the oil industry world-wide, and will be of interest to anyone involved in or studying oil production, processing and selling. Oil has long been at the forefront of political agendas, and with increased tensions in the middle east, there has never been a greater need for up-to-date, reliable information on this key industry. It includes: an A-Z glossary listing important terms; essays covering the main themes; detailed maps; and a statistics section.