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Wage Labor and Economic Transformations in the Hellenistic World
This chapter examines the parallels between ancient military service and modern labor markets, focusing on the economic motivations behind soldiers' enlistment amid changing military and economic structures. It discusses the shift from seasonal conscription to continuous military engagement, illustrating how these transformations impacted soldiers' reliance on wage labor and the broader economy. Furthermore, it highlights the evolution of monetary systems and the emergence of market economies that reshaped societal interactions and economic value during the Hellenistic period.