Petrochemical Fantasies: The Art and Energy of American Comics. By DanielWorden. Columbus, OH: Ohio State University Press. 2024. 212 pp. 34. 95 (pbk). ISBN: 9780‐81‐425918‐4

Key Points

• The aim is to analyze the themes of art and energy as they relate to petrochemicals in American comics.
• Literary analysis of American comic artworks
• Exploration of thematic content related to petrochemicals and energy
• Discussion of cultural context in visual narratives
• Identified key themes linking petrochemical imagery to American cultural identity
• Highlighted the role of comics as a medium for social commentary on energy production
• Examined artistic techniques used to represent energy dynamics in visual storytelling