The History of the Standard Oil Company by Ida M. Tarbell

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The History of the Standard Oil Company by Ida M. Tarbell

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By Betty Howard Posted on Jan 9, 2026

In Category - Regional Stories

Authors: Tarbell, Ida M. (Ida Minerva), 1857-1944 Published By : Tarbell, Ida M. (Ida Minerva), 1857-1944

Book Language: English

"The History of the Standard Oil Company" by Ida M. Tarbell is an exposé published in 1904. Originally serialized in McClure's magazine, this groundbreaking work of investigative journalism reveals the monopolistic practices of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil empire. Through meticulous research and interviews with industry insiders, Tarbell unco...

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landmark example of muckraking journalism's power to challenge corporate abuse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Kenneth Hill

4 months ago

While comparing similar resources, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I appreciate the effort put into this.

Edward Thompson

3 weeks ago

Without a doubt, the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. Absolutely essential reading.

Margaret Hernandez

4 months ago

As a long-time reader of this genre, the style is confident yet approachable. This was both informative and enjoyable.

Donna Smith

1 month ago

This immediately felt different because it provides a comprehensive overview that is perfect for students and experts alike. Absolutely essential reading.