Insurance in Elizabethan England

Discover the intriguing origins of English insurance with Insurance in Elizabethan England by Guido Rossi. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2016, this comprehensive hardback spans an impressive 900 pages and delves into the early history of insurance in England, a largely uncharted territory. Rossi utilizes new and extensive archival materials to explore the first insurance code implemented in England, revealing its profound connections to continental practices while highlighting the minimal influence of common law during this period. This book is essential for anyone interested in the evolution of insurance law and its historical context in Great Britain. Enhance your understanding of this pivotal aspect of legal history with Rossi's insightful analysis.