The Black Giant
The Black Giant by James M. Day, published by Bridger House Publications in June 2003, is a historical fiction work that delves into the monumental oil strike of 1930, known as the BLACK GIANT. This first edition, comprising 164 pages, presents a narrative that intertwines documented history with anecdotes and myths surrounding key figures in the oil industry, including Columbus “dad” Joiner and H.L. Hunt. The book offers a unique perspective on how this discovery transformed the landscape of the oil industry in the United States.
Readers will encounter a blend of humor and insight as the stories of wildcatters, billionaires, and lawmen unfold. The narrative explores the complexities of the oil industry, revealing both its workings and the colorful personalities involved. With themes related to technology and engineering, as well as the historical context of petroleum, this book appeals to those interested in the intricacies of the oil business and its impact on Texas and beyond.
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The discovery of the BLACK GIANT in 1930 was the largest oil strike in the United States. Its gushers changed the race of the oil industry. The stories of Columbus “dad” Joiner, the crippled, poetry quoting wildcatter and con man who discovered the field, H.L. Hunt, the gambler who became one of America’s first billionaires, and the Texas Ranger who brought law and order with fists and guns, are told with tongue-in-cheek. Based on documented history, anecdotes, and cherished myths, dubious tales are noted with a smile and oil industry workings and shenanigans are exposed. A must read for every Texan and those who love or hate “big Oil”-Enron, Texaco, and their sisters- and the “Texas rich”.
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