Great Oil Geochemistry-Related Books

The Biomarker Guide: Volume 2, Biomarkers and Isotopes in Petroleum Exploration and Earth History
by Kenneth E. Peters, et al.

The Biomarker Guide: Volume 1, Biomarkers and Isotopes in the Environment and Human History
by Kenneth E. Peters, et al.

Petroleum Geochemistry and Geology
by John M. Hunt

An Introduction to Organic Geochemistry
by Stephen D. Killops, Vanessa J. Killops

An Introduction to Organic Geochemistry explores the fate of organic matter of all types, biogenic and man-made, in the Earth System. It investigates the variety of pathways and biogeochemical transformations that carbon compounds can experience over a range of time scales and in different environments.

Corrosion & Scale Handbook
by J. R. Becker.

This book details the common causes of corrosion and the major types of scale. This valuable reference describes potential solutions to these problems, such as the use of various inhibitors.

The Properties of Petroleum Fluids
by William D. McCain

An essential reference. Contents include:Components of naturally occurring petroleum fluids; phase behavior; equations of state and their use;properties of  dry gases, wet gases, and black oils; gas-liquid equilibria; properties of oilfield waters; gas hydrates.

Petroleum and Basin Evolution: Insights from Petroleum Geochemistry, Geology and Basin Modeling
by D. H. Welte, B. Horsfield, and D. R. Baker

Crude Oil Waxes, Emulsions, and Asphaltenes
by J.R. Becker

These petroleum byproducts increase the costs of production, transportation, and refining by causing equipment failures, plugged pipelines, and decreased throughput. This book "is the first of its kind in explaining the physical chemical problems associated with waxes and emulsions and the new technologies for treatment of these problems....written at an introductory level for readers with no advance chemical training"

Petrochemicals in Non-Technical Language
by D. Burdick and W. Leffler

Basic petrochemical processing techniques, product properties, and petrochemical derivatives are discussed in readily understood language. The basics of organic chemistry are also reviewed.

Applied Petroleum Reservoir Engineering
by B.C. Craft

The Chemistry and Technology of Petroleum
(Chemical Industries, Vol 76)
by James G. Speight
3rd edition, revised and expanded.
Illustrated with over 950 drawings photographs and tables.

"...there can be no better introduction to the science and intricacies of the petroleum science... for an overall perspective or an in depth study....an excellent introduction to the chemistry of petroleum and to the technologies involved in the different sectors of this industry"- Chemical Industry News

Hydrates of Hydrocarbons
by I.F. Makogon and Y.F. Makogon

This great book describes what gas hydrates are, how they form, and what their properties are. "The first book to address methods of hydrate removal and prevention of hydrate buildup.  The book provides solutions formulated for drilling, pipeline, and chemical engineers in both the onshore and offshore environments.....The book provides information on the use of hydrate properties in new technologies and the production of gas from natural gas hydrate deposits."

Soil Remediation for the Petroleum Extraction Industry
by George Holliday and Lloyd E. Deuel, Jr.

Discusses spill remediation, and exploration and production waste disposal on site. Designed as a guide for professionals involved with the day-to-day management of exploration and production operations.

Environmental Forensics
by Robert D. Morrison

Petroleum Refining
by James H. Gary and Glenn E. Handwerk Fourth Edition, February 2001

"...represents an excellent summary of modern refining processes used in the petroleum industry" - Chemical Engineering Research and Design

The Monterey Formation: From Rocks to Molecules
Edited by Caroline M. Isaacs and Jurgen Rulkotter

Economic Risk in Hydrocarbon Exploration
by James A.MacKay and Ian Lerche

Geological Risk and Uncertainty in Oil Exploration
by Ian Lerche

Discusses the various sources of uncertianty in basin analysis. Instructs the reader in handling a variety of geological, geophysical, and geochemical problems by applying quantitative methods to determine uncertainty. Integrates quantitative knowledge of basin analysis with scientific uncertainty and economic risk to create an informed, integrated hydrocarbon exploration strategy. Each chapter opens with a general introduction to the subject and concludes with a review and discussion of the major concepts.

The Illustrated Petroleum Reference Dictionary
edited by Robert D. Langenkamp

More than 4,200 entries and nearly 250 illustrations and photographs. Covers both technical and slang terminology.

Operational Aspects of Oil and Gas Well Testing
by Stuart McAleese

Environmental Impact of the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry
by Stanislav Patin

is a comprehensive
resource on the issue; includes analysis of over 700 references.

Cased Hole and Production Log Evaluation
by James L. Smolen

Explains what each tool does and how it does it.  Applications covered include: formation evaluation through casing, cement bond evaluation, casing inspection surveys, and flow evaluation in production and injection wells.

The Prize
by Daniel Yergin

A Pulitzer-Prize-winning account of the history of the oil industry and its impact on key historical events. Full of entertaining mini-biographies of key individuals and companies that have shaped the industry.