A year ago, I published The Hellenistic Coins of Marathos: A New Chronology. Since then, it has sold the whopping total of 24 copies. I have also distributed 10 copies to leading specialists, but have yet to receive any substantive feedback. As the book was only available as a paperback on Amazon, I have decided to post it for free on my blog. Anyone interested in Ptolemaic-era coins should consider collecting this series. The coins of Marathos are abundant, many types are very affordable and often quite attractive. My new chronology pushes back the dates for many issues by 45 years and ties several types to specific historical events. In addition, the book introduces new types and unpublished dates as well as a certain portrait type for one Ptolemaic queen (Arsinoe II) and probable portrait types for two others (Berenike II and Arsinoe III). All the best!
I'm sorry that your hard work was not returned back to you. I briefly looked at the content, and, from what I can see, it was very well researched and written. I'm fairly new to ancients. My primary collecting focus was U.S. coins. But, I have branched out to some ancients (I have an Athena Owl and one from Alexander the Great). My primary ancient focus is Coins of Bibical Times, and just whatever catches my eye without emptying my bank account, lol. While your book does not cover coins that would normally interest me (maybe?), I love history and am looking forward to reading it for the historical significance. And, I do like coins tied to many historical events. So, I say with the utmost sincerity, thank you. I'm sorry that it wasn't well received in the Ancient Numismatic Academic circle, as it certainly should have been, in my opinion (I know, everybody's got one). But, the little time I spent looking at the material, I was impressed. But, most importantly, making it available to us for free, speaks to your heart and character. Thank you, sir! I pray you are richly blessed by sharing your hard work and expense involved in writing your book to CoinTalk members, again, for free! From one very grateful member, Kenneth
