The King of Oil: The Secret Lives of Marc Rich by Daniel Ammann

The riveting biography of the most controversial commodities trader in history

Marc Rich was a billionaire, a fugitive, and one of the most powerful and mysterious figures in international business. In The King of Oil, Daniel Ammann delivers the first comprehensive biography of the man who revolutionized the global oil trade and became one of the world's most wanted white-collar criminals.

Discover the Extraordinary Story:

• How Marc Rich pioneered the spot market for crude oil
• His controversial deals with Iran, apartheid South Africa, and other pariah states
• The dramatic flight from justice and 17 years as a fugitive
• The shocking presidential pardon that made headlines worldwide
• Behind-the-scenes access to Rich's business empire and personal life

Based on extensive interviews with Marc Rich himself, as well as business associates, family members, and investigators, this book reveals the complex truth behind the headlines. Ammann takes you from the trading floors of Zug to the oil fields of the Middle East, exposing the hidden world of commodity trading and the man who mastered it.

More than just a biography, The King of Oil is a gripping tale of ambition, power, controversy, and survival. It's essential reading for anyone interested in understanding how global commodity markets really work and the extraordinary individuals who shape them.

Perfect for readers interested in: Business biographies, finance, international trade, commodity markets, true crime, political scandals, and economic history.