An Introduction To The History Of Life Assurance (1912)

""An Introduction To The History Of Life Assurance"" is a book written by Alexander Fingland Jack and published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of life assurance, starting from its origins in ancient times and tracing its development through the centuries up to the early 20th century. The author explores the various types of life assurance policies that have been used throughout history, including tontines, annuities, and endowments. He also discusses the legal and regulatory frameworks that have been put in place to govern life assurance, as well as the role of insurance companies and brokers in the industry.Throughout the book, Jack examines the social and economic factors that have influenced the development of life assurance, including changes in mortality rates, advances in medical science, and shifts in economic and political power. He also explores the impact of major historical events, such as wars and natural disasters, on the life assurance industry.Overall, ""An Introduction To The History Of Life Assurance"" provides a fascinating insight into the evolution of one of the most important financial services industries in the world. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of insurance, as well as for professionals working in the life assurance industry today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.