Well-researched, clearly written, and vigorously argued. ---Greg Anderson, American Historical Review Remarkable and innovative. . . . This book is a major contribution to the political history of the classical antiquity and to classical scholarship at large. There is no doubt it will soon become a must-read for all students of ancient Greek history and ancient Greek political thought . . . [and] will most likely prove engaging far beyond the field of classical scholarship. ---Marek Wecowski, Ancient History Bulletin Meticulous, accessible, and insightful, Simonton presents a fresh and much-needed account of oligarchy and how it worked during antiquity. . . . Classical Greek Oligarchy is a masterful book. ---Lee Trepanier, voegelview.com An important and pioneering book. ---Alex Gottesman, Classical World A valuable exploration of the means by which Greek oligarchic regimes sought to maintain themselves in power. ---P. J. Rhodes, Sehepunkte Highly recommended. * Choice * A densely argued and challenging book. . . . All serious students of ancient political history will need to engage with it. ---Philip Harding, Phoenix Journal Stimulating and thought-provoking. . . . I would happily recommend this book to scholars of Classical history and politics. ---Daniel B. Unruh, Classical Review [A] fascinating and insightful book. ---Ganesh Sitaraman, Guardian Co-Winner of the 2018 Runciman Award, The Anglo-Hellenic League