THIS Volume has been compiled for the convenience of Underwriters and other persons who desire to possess a concise statement of the law on the subject of Average.
I venture to hope that it may be found of use to them.
I am indebted to the courteous secretary of Lloyd's (Col. H. M. Hozier, C.B.), and to T. E. Bellen, Esq. (Secretary of the Liverpool Underwriters' Association), for their kindness in allowing me to make use of the matter contained in the Appendix.
LAWRENCE DUCKWORTH.