The Oil King: The Rise of John D. Rockefeller
By Harsh Kumar Choudhary

Step into the mind of the man who reshaped capitalism.

John D. Rockefeller, the world’s first billionaire, didn’t just build Standard Oil—he engineered a global blueprint for wealth, power, and silent domination. In The Oil King, Harsh Kumar Choudhary offers a powerful and accessible biography that blends business history with strategic insights for modern thinkers, entrepreneurs, and leaders.

From Rockefeller’s humble beginnings to his ruthless rise, courtroom battles, and transformation into a philanthropic giant, this book reveals:

How he mastered the chokepoints of oil and transport

The silent tactics he used to outlast competitors and control markets

Lessons in discipline, scale, and vertical integration

How today’s titans like Bezos, Musk, and Buffett echo his strategies

Why real power moves quietly—and compounds over time

Whether you're a student of business, a future mogul, or simply fascinated by the roots of modern capitalism, The Oil King delivers timeless principles wrapped in an epic true story.