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Daylight Robbery

How Tax Shaped Our Past and Will Change Our Future

Author: Dominic Frisby  

Why the way we are taxed is broken - and what we need to do to make it work now and in the future

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Why the way we are taxed is broken - and what we need to do to make it work now and in the future

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For most people, tax is something we pay, simply because we must. We seldom think much more about it, in fact, tax is something we'd rather forget.

But the reality is that tax is the key to power. No government can survive without tax revenue - it is the fuel that every state, large and small, runs on. Many of the problems we face today, not least the enormous wealth gaps between rich and poor and between generations, can be traced back to our systems of tax. If you tax windows, many will sacrifice their daylight. If you tax cigarettes, some people will choose not to smoke, others will take up smuggling. Tax companies too much and many will relocate off-shore.

In Daylight Robbery, Dominic Frisby will offer an alternate vision of a system that is as old as civilization itself. It will take you on a whirlwind journey through the history of taxation, from the Ancient Mesopotamia right up to the present day, explaining the key dynamics of taxation around the world and arguing that governments are going to have to radically change who they tax and how if they are to succeed in the future.

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Critic Reviews

“Both amusing and informative, you'll come away with a much deeper understanding of what taxation is all about-- Bestselling author of Empire of Debt”

Fascinating book which exposes the political and economic basis of tax. A must read for those of us who believe in simpler, lower taxes. -- Rt Hon Liz Truss, MP for South West Norfolk, Secretary of State for International Trade and President of the Board of Trade Rt Hon Liz Truss, MP for South West Norfolk, Secretary of State for International Trade and President of the Board of Trade You should absolutely read the book Helen Dale, author of The Hand That Signed the Paper Whatever your political leanings, you will find much to enjoy in this entertaining and educational romp through the history of taxation Moneyweek 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 Helen Dale, author of The Hand that Signed the Paper This entertaining, easily read book will make you laugh and arm you for debates Heather McGregor, Mrs Moneypenny, The Sunday Times A book about tax, that is readable, fascinating - and fun! Sounds impossible, I know. But that's what Dominic Frisby has written Liam Halligan, the Telegraph 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 James Roberts, Political Director at the TaxPayers' Alliance Highly readable Luke Johnson, British entrepreneur and Sunday Times columnist Whether you think your taxes are fair or unfair, too high or too low, you need to read this book Greg Moffitt, editor of New Thought Both amusing and informative, you'll come away with a much deeper understanding of what taxation is all about Bill Bonner, bestselling author of Empire of Debt 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 Merryn Somerset Webb, Editor in chief of Moneyweek A fantastic education on the surprising ways tax policies have shaped mankind's past and will impact our future Roger Ver, Chairman, Bitcoin.com An utterly gripping account of the impact of taxes on the course of civilisation Simon Evans, Comedian 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 Jon Matonis Monetary Economist A fascinating book which exposes the political and economic basis of tax. A must read for those of us who believe in simpler, lower taxes Rt Hon Liz Truss, MP for South West Norfolk, Secretary of State for International Trade and President of the Board of Trade In this spectacular gallop through history, Frisby shows how taxation has warped, stunted and thwarted human progress. An absolute must-read for anyone who thinks higher taxes are the answer to our ills. Should be compulsory reading for anyone who aspires to high political office! Mark Littlewood, Director General, Institute of Economic Affairs A real page-turner! Dominic Frisby's historical interpretation and utopian ideas will outrage Left and Right. Both should read this book! Steve Baker, MP for Wycombe, member of the House of Commons Treasury Committee A great read George Galloway, former Member of Parliament, broadcaster and bestselling author of I'm Not the Only One An engaging and informative trip through tax history that leads on to some radical suggestions for the future. A must-read for anyone thinking about how our tax system should be structured Roger Bootle, author of The AI Economy With dazzling clarity, Frisby illuminates just how much of history is explained by arguments over tax, from Magna Carta to the American civil war to today's political debates. This entertaining, surprising, contrarian book is a tour de force Matt Ridley, author of The Evolution of Everything 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 Douglas Carswell, MP for Clacton, Co-founder Vote Leave

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About the Author

Dominic Frisby was born in London and educated at the University of Manchester. He is a financial writer who has written two books, Life After the State and Bitcoin; the latter Sir Richard Branson recommended as, 'A great account. Read it!' He is a contributing writer for Moneyweek and also writes for Virgin and the Independent. He speaks at conferences around the world on the future of finance. Frisby hosts various podcasts including the Virgin Podcast, performs stand-up comedy and is a recognized voiceover artist.

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Product Details

Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd | Portfolio Penguin
Published
17th October 2019
Pages
288
ISBN
9780241360866

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