Rebellion, Rascals, and Revenue

This engaging exploration of tax history, authored by Michael Keen and Joel Slemrod, examines a wide range of historical episodes—from bizarre and dramatic to surprisingly effective—and reveals how past taxation methods often resemble modern systems. Covering stories from ancient times to recent scandals, the book introduces colorful characters and highlights the ingenuity behind various taxes, illustrating that the challenges of designing fair and effective taxation are timeless.