The Attalids of Pergamon and Anatolia

A groundbreaking study reveals the Attalids of Pergamon's unique political and economic strategy, which enabled their improbable rise post-188 BCE. Unlike traditional coercive methods, they employed a non-coercive yet efficient approach to taxation and loyalty-building, collaborating with local officials on budgets and minting while transforming civic spaces like gymnasiums. This comprehensive analysis synthesizes epigraphy, archaeology, and numismatics to offer the first inside look at the kingdom's multicultural propaganda and its impact on Greek polis structures. The research challenges conventional narratives of Attalid imperialism by highlighting their distinct governance model.

Kaye, N. (2023). The Attalids of Pergamon and Anatolia. https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009279567