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This is a marvelous book: an original, well-researched, and compelling treatment of the financial organization of the Atheniannavy, from which Gabrielsen expands our understanding of the functioning of Athens' democratic government. In particular, he addresses the topic of how democracy induced its richer members not to hide their money but to spend it on behalf of Athens. Gabrielsen has mastered a rich body of unusual-and fundamental-material which he presents with clarity and intelligence. This book is a major contribution to Athenian social history. -- Robert Wallace, Northwestern University

Table of Contents

Preface
Abbreviations
Introduction
Part I: The Establishment of the Institution
1. The Origin of the Trierarchy
Part II: Qualifications for the Trierarchy
2. Qualifications by Wealth
3. Appointment
4. Exemptions
Part III: Financial Responsibilities
5. The Crew
6. The Ship
7. The Equipment
Part IV: Institutional Transformation
8. The Reforms
Epilogue
Appendix: Standard Equipment
Notes
Bibliography
Index

About the Author

Vincent Gabrielsen is a professor of ancient history at the University of Copenhagen. Born in Piraeus, Greece, he is the author of Remuneration of State Officials in Fourth Century BC Athens.

Reviews

A very valuable book. Gabrielsen offers a comprehensive and careful investigation of the trierarchy which goes beyond the reconstruction of fiscals and military realia to place the institution in its social context. Greece and Rome All will appreciate the significance of Gabrielsen's book, for he has demonstrated, more clearly than his predecessors in the study of the trierarchy, the delicate balance between the state and the 'private sector' in this supreme military installation. -- Mark Munn American Historical Review