Opportunity and Ambition Give Rise to a New Industry

Thank you for the engaging story and explanations of the beginning of America's love affair with oil. From canny men taking a chance at success to unscrupulous crooks working the system, your story has it all. I liked the side notes of the ripple effects of the burgeoning industry - whales were happily saved from extinction since they were no longer the main suppliers of indoor illumination. I appreciated the balanced view of both the good, bad and in-between of this time in our history. Looking forward to the next installment!