- SKU: 9781169704121
- BARCODE: 9781169704121
- VENDOR: BooksCloud
If There Were No Losses: The Story Of Chubb And Son From Its Founding In 1882 Until 1957 - Hardcover
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by Thomas Caldecot Chubb (Author)
If There Were No Losses: The Story Of Chubb And Son From Its Founding In 1882 Until 1957 is a comprehensive account of the history of Chubb and Son, a British insurance company founded in 1882. Written by Thomas Caldecot Chubb, the great-grandson of the company's founder, the book covers the period from the company's inception until 1957, when it was one of the largest and most successful insurance companies in the world.The book provides a detailed overview of the company's growth and development, including its expansion into new markets and its response to changing economic and political conditions. It also explores the challenges faced by the company, including the impact of two world wars and the Great Depression, as well as the strategies that were implemented to overcome these obstacles.Throughout the book, Chubb provides insights into the company's culture and values, highlighting the importance of customer service and the role that employees played in the company's success. He also provides a fascinating glimpse into the personal lives of the Chubb family, including their philanthropic activities and their involvement in the arts and culture.Overall, If There Were No Losses is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in the history of insurance, business, and entrepreneurship. It provides a valuable perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by a successful company over a period of more than 70 years, and offers insights into the strategies and values that enabled it to thrive.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.
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