A Field Philosopher's Guide to Fracking: How One Texas Town Stood Up to Big Oil and Gas

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The narrative follows philosophy professor Adam Briggle's transformation from an academic outsider to an activist leader in Denton, Texas, as he confronts the controversial practice of fracking. Initially unaware of the issue, Briggle immerses himself in the complexities of hydraulic fracturing and its environmental impact, ultimately spearheading a successful citizens' initiative to ban it in his town. His journey reflects a profound engagement with community activism and the challenges posed by the oil and gas industry.