Coal Oil Johnny Story Of His Career As Told By Himself (1902)

Coal Oil Johnny: Story Of His Career As Told By Himself (1902) is a memoir written by John Washington Steele, also known as Coal Oil Johnny, a prominent figure during the oil boom of the late 19th century in Pennsylvania. The book details Steele's rise to wealth and fame as a young man who struck it rich in the oil industry, and his subsequent fall from grace due to his lavish spending and reckless behavior.Steele's story is a classic rags-to-riches tale, as he started out as a poor farm boy and eventually became one of the wealthiest men in the region. He recounts his early struggles to find success in the oil business, including his first oil well which turned out to be a dud, and his subsequent discovery of a massive oil deposit that made him a fortune.However, despite his wealth, Steele's extravagant lifestyle led to his downfall. He spent money recklessly on parties, women, and gambling, and eventually lost everything he had earned. The book provides a detailed account of Steele's rise and fall, and offers insights into the social and economic conditions of the time.Overall, Coal Oil Johnny: Story Of His Career As Told By Himself is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on the oil boom of the late 19th century, as well as the personal struggles and triumphs of one of its most colorful characters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.