Laurence Falls (9 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the world of insurance, a business that touches nearly every aspect of our lives. It traces the history of insurance from ancient times, examining how communities, guilds, and individuals developed early forms of risk sharing. The author explores the origins of insurance principles, including the Law of Average, insurable interest, and indemnity, concepts that have remained relevant throughout centuries. Readers will gain insight into the evolution of insurance practices, from the communal funds of ancient civilizations to the formation of early insurance companies in England and the United States. The book further explores different types of insurance carriers, including individual underwriters, reciprocal exchanges, mutual insurance companies, and capital stock companies, providing a comprehensive overview of the industry's structure and operations. With its historical perspective and detailed analysis, this book offers a fascinating and insightful exploration of the world of insurance, showcasing its enduring significance in safeguarding individuals and promoting economic growth. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: Good Plus. 9 x 12 inches, stapled sovenir program. Covers splitting at spine. Some soiling to covers, contetns generally clean adn bright free of markings. Many illustrations, including a color centerfold by C. B. Falls, plus photographs. 16 pages, plus covers. Questions welcome. Images can be made upon request. "Old Ironsides, the 1926 James Cruze silent American-fighting-ship-battling-Barbary-pirates-in-the-Mediterranean romantic adventure melodrama ("A stirring story of the sea. The most costly film made thus far."; about the famous U.S. battleship, The Constitution, that was nicknamed "Old Ironsides"; the movie is a highly fictionalized account of the Battle of Tripoli Harbor, where pirates captured American ships and took them prisoners; the famous phrase "Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute" is often falsely attributed to this confrontation, and while it wasn't said at that time, the sentiment applies) starring Wallace Beery, Esther Ralston, George Bancroft, Charles Farrell (in his fifth credited role!), and Charles Hill Mailes." Directed by James Cruze Written by Dorothy Arzner Harry Carr Walter Woods (scenario) Rupert Hughes (intertitles).

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 100 pages. 9.53x6.54x0.63 inches. This item is printed on demand.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1949 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 106 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 106.