Oil Money: Middle East Petrodollars and the Transformation of US Empire, 1967–1988 (The United States in the World)

Tired of reading the same old history books? Well, get ready to embark on an eye-opening journey through the fascinating world of Middle East–US relations with Oil Money: Middle East Petrodollars and the Transformation of US Empire, 1967–1988. Written by David M. Wight, this groundbreaking book offers a fresh perspective on the crucial role petrodollars played in reshaping the global empire of the United States during the tumultuous decades of the 1970s and 1980s.

Discover how petrodollars transformed the Middle East from a mere oil supplier to a powerful force that reshaped the global political and economic landscape. Wight takes you deep into the world of American, Arab, and Iranian elites as they harnessed the power of petrodollars to undertake groundbreaking initiatives that forever changed the course of history. From massive development projects and arms sales to funding the mujahedin in Afghanistan, the scope of these petrodollar endeavors is mind-boggling.

But Oil Money doesn't shy away from the complexities and contradictions of these petrodollar ties. While they undoubtedly enhanced the power of the United States and its Middle East allies, they also inadvertently bred economic disruptions and state-sponsored violence. Explore the dramatic events that unfolded during the Iranian Revolution of 1979 and learn how this resistance marked a turning point in Middle East–US interdependence.

With its meticulous research and extensive use of declassified records, Oil Money provides a comprehensive understanding of the political economy of US power. Wight seamlessly combines diplomacy, economics, transnational connections, and cultural analysis to paint a vivid picture of this transformative era in history. Brace yourself for a truly enlightening read that challenges your preconceived notions and invites you on a thought-provoking journey through the geopolitics of globalization.

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