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'The 12-chapter volume provides detailed discussions on the history, evolution, and current dynamics of the LNG industry, LNG supply and demand, globalization, safety, major players, the role of shale gas, emerging issues/concerns, and the future of LNG worldwide. The book is nontechnical, informative, and easy to read; a useful, suitable number of tables/figures support the text. It is a necessary, timely addition to any energy-related library, valuable for students and energy researchers and professionals as a comprehensive, up-to-date review of LNG.'- M. Alam, Choice'Professor Sakmar's book is a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of the most dynamic segment of the global energy industry.'- Jay Copan, Executive Director, LNG 17; 'Professor Sakmar's book provides a well-rounded overview of the global role that natural gas is expected to play in the future and the important role of LNG as a means of transporting gas to where it is needed. Readers will find the book to be a very convenient compendium of relevant global information and an important educational, informational resource.'- Ronald D. Ripple, Director, Centre for Research in Energy and Minerals Economics, Curtin University, Australia;'Understanding global energy markets - what forces shape them and what trends define them - is critical for any professional trying to evaluate new energy developments and technological directions. Susan Sakmar's impressive ability to provide this context in terms of LNG markets makes her book valuable.'- Warren R. True, Sr., Chief Technology Editor, Oil & Gas Journal; 'With clear and direct text, supplemented with key maps, charts and graphics from government, industry and other sources, the book moves the reader smoothly through the early history of LNG up to current developments, including shale gas and North American LNG exports. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding global gas markets and the energy policy challenges facing us in the 21st century.'- Jacqueline L. Weaver, A.A. White Professor of Law, University of Houston Law Center, US

'The 12-chapter volume provides detailed discussions on the history, evolution, and current dynamics of the LNG industry, LNG supply and demand, globalization, safety, major players, the role of shale gas, emerging issues/concerns, and the future of LNG worldwide. The book is nontechnical, informative, and easy to read; a useful, suitable number of tables/figures support the text. It is a necessary, timely addition to any energy-related library, valuable for students and energy researchers and professionals as a comprehensive, up-to-date review of LNG.' -- M. Alam, Choice 'Professor Sakmar's book is a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of the most dynamic segment of the global energy industry.' -- Jay Copan, Executive Director, LNG 17 'Professor Sakmar's book provides a well-rounded overview of the global role that natural gas is expected to play in the future and the important role of LNG as a means of transporting gas to where it is needed. Readers will find the book to be a very convenient compendium of relevant global information and an important educational, informational resource.' -- Ronald D. Ripple, Director, Centre for Research in Energy and Minerals Economics, Curtin University, Australia 'Understanding global energy markets - what forces shape them and what trends define them - is critical for any professional trying to evaluate new energy developments and technological directions. Susan Sakmar's impressive ability to provide this context in terms of LNG markets makes her book valuable.' -- Warren R. True, Sr., Chief Technology Editor, Oil & Gas Journal 'With clear and direct text, supplemented with key maps, charts and graphics from government, industry and other sources, the book moves the reader smoothly through the early history of LNG up to current developments, including shale gas and North American LNG exports. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding global gas markets and the energy policy challenges facing us in the 21st century.' -- Jacqueline L. Weaver, A.A. White Professor of Law, University of Houston Law Center, US

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Susan L. Sakmar, Visiting Assistant Professor and Energy Law Scholar, University of Houston Law Center, US, Adjunct Professor, University of San Francisco School of Law, US and an independent consultant on global natural gas markets

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