Fracking: A Reference Handbook

The use of fracking is a tremendously important technology for the recovery of oil and gas, but the advantages and costs of fracking remain controversial. This book examines the issues and social, economic, political, and legal aspects of fracking in the United States. * Provides readers with a complete historical review of the origins, development, and expansion of the use of fracking * Explains the technical principles related to the use of fracking in clear, nontechnical language * Presents an unbiased review of the arguments for and against the use of fracking for the recovery of oil and gas * Supplies a summary of the history of the use of fracking in the United States