The Significance and Role of "Petroleum Literature" in the Inheritance and Education of Red Culture—Taking Xinjiang Regional Practice as an Example

Petroleum literature, as a unique literary category, emerged in the 1950s. It focuses on the development of the petroleum industry, the lives of oil workers, and their cultural activities, showcasing the spirit and achievements of petroleum workers, and possessing both literary, social, and historical value. As an important part of red culture, it serves as a significant cultural carrier reflecting the spirit of the times and national character, playing an indispensable role in the inheritance of red culture. This article will focus on the relationship between petroleum literature and red culture, combined with the background of Xinjiang's petroleum industry. By analyzing the red cultural symbols, spiritual lineage, and educational practices in petroleum literature, it explores its unique role in patriotism education, the shaping of collectivist values, and the inheritance of the spirit of frontier construction.