For all his reputation as a radical lawyer, flailing at the Establishment, he proves himself to be a believer

This wonderful book...reads like a John Grisham, infused with moral anger

Well-written, powerful...Robertson's work has changed the way government works, and made it more accountable...a good read for people of any age

Geoffrey Robertson Q.C. is one of those few fearless and romantic lawyers dedicated to reducing the difference between law and justice

Compellingly told, entertaining, sometimes hilarious and always illuminating

It has been said that the income tax created more criminals than any other single act of government. Dominic Frisby masterfully delves into the fascinating topic of taxation, vividly bringing it to life

An utterly gripping account of the impact of taxes on the course of civilisation

A fantastic education on the surprising ways tax policies have shaped mankind's past and will impact our future

A brilliant book full of insights into how governments have fleeced us down the ages. This is a must read for anyone interested in how technology might at last tilt things back in favour of the citizen rather than the state

How when and where we pay tax affects everything - how and where we work, how we save, when we retire, whether we marry or not, whether we live in houses we own or not and sometimes even how many children we have. Few of us think properly about the way this shapes our lives and societies. With this well-written and hugely engaging book Dominic Frisby might be about to change that

A great read

Both amusing and informative, you'll come away with a much deeper understanding of what taxation is all about

Whether you think your taxes are fair or unfair, too high or too low, you need to read this book

Highly readable

A hugely readable, well-researched book about the history, reality and future of tax, which can draw the occasional chuckle! Also an informative tome, which raises important questions about how and why governments are funded

A book about tax, that is readable, fascinating - and fun! Sounds impossible, I know. But that's what Dominic Frisby has written

This entertaining, easily read book will make you laugh and arm you for debates

Frisby is a moonlighting phenomenon: a finance journalist by day and Edinburgh Fringe comedic star by night, he brings wit to the world of policy-wonkery in a way that is probably unique

Whatever your political leanings, you will find much to enjoy in this entertaining and educational romp through the history of taxation

Please let's let Dominic Frisby loose on the Treasury!

a fascinating book...educational and fun. You will enjoy it!