Rebellion, Rascals, and Revenue is a book that provides a historical perspective on taxation and how it has evolved over time. Written by two leading authorities on taxation, Michael Keen and Joel Slemrod, the book takes readers on a tour through various episodes in tax history, both preposterous and dramatic, from ancient times to the present day. The book covers a wide range of topics such as the British rebellion in Sierra Leone over a tax on huts, the cut in the tax on tea in 18th century Britain, and the scandals of the Panama Papers. The book also explores how past tax systems have similarities to current tax systems, and how history can provide clues to solving the tax problems of today. The book is described as entertaining and informative, and it is intended to provide readers with a new perspective on the subject of taxation.