High altitude energy : a history of fossil fuels in Colorado

This is a timely, articulate history of coal, coke, oil, gas, and oil shale extraction and production in Colorado. Scamehorn examines the origin, evolution, and aspects of the social and economic impact of these industries in Colorado. He treats each of the fuel sources separately from their discoveries and initial production in the nineteenth century to the energy crisis of the 1970's, through the 1980's, and up to the present energy concerns. In detailing the state's long history of fossil fuel production, Scamehorn thoroughly dissects the arguments and conclusions of the domestic energy shortages made during the decades since the Second World War. Today's readers - faced with either ever increasing energy costs or controversial plans to drill in national wildlife refuges - will be impressed by the timeliness of Scamehorn's analysis of the failure of the US government to achieve energy independence.

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In this timely and articulate history of coal, coke, oil, gas, and oil shale extraction and production in Colorado, Scamehorn (history, Univ. of Colorado) examines the origin, evolution, and social and economic impacts of these industries from their initial regional development in the 19th century through the booms, busts, and fuel crises of the 20th century and into the present era of intense energy and environmental demands. A well-written and well-organized book for the intelligent general readership, it is especially intended for mining historians, environmental historians, regional historians, and political scientists. Each of the fossil fuels is treated topically and chronologically, with ample reference given to Colorado's energy use and production in the broader national and international frame. A final chapter, "Beyond the Energy Crisis," is offered in the context of present-day energy and environmental concerns, with effective consideration of nuclear power and renewable sources of energy. An appended bibliographical essay, area maps, and an index provide good reference value. Recommended for college libraries, especially those in the western states serving US history programs. General readers; lower-division undergraduates through faculty. W. C. Peters emeritus, University of Arizona

Preface
Acknowledgments
1 King Coal 1860-1930	p. 1
2 Smelter Fuel 1877-1930	p. 23
4 Lighting and Heating with Gas 1870-1930	p. 71
5 Coal from Bust to Boom Again, 1930 -1973	p. 88
6 Fuel for the Car Culture 1930-1973	p. 111
7 Natural Gas 1930-1973	p. 127
9 Energy Crisis 1973-1985	p. 165
10 Beyond the Energy Crisis	p. 188
Bibliographical Essay	p. 211
Index	p. 225

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