Skeletons: A Claim Agent's Stories (1921)
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ISBN10: 1166953750
ISBN13: 9781166953751
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 142
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.30 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781166953751
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 142
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.30 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Skeletons: A Claim Agent's Stories is a collection of short stories written by Guy Morrison Walker and first published in 1921. The book is a compilation of tales that revolve around the life of a claim agent, a person who investigates insurance claims and tries to determine if they are legitimate or fraudulent. The stories are set in the early 20th century and provide a glimpse into the world of insurance fraud, which was rampant at the time.The book is divided into several chapters, each containing a different story. The first chapter introduces the main character, the claim agent, and sets the tone for the rest of the book. The subsequent chapters delve into different cases that the claim agent has worked on, each with its own unique set of challenges and surprises.The stories in Skeletons: A Claim Agent's Stories are written in a straightforward, no-nonsense style that reflects the author's experience in the insurance industry. The characters are well-developed and the plots are engaging, making for a compelling read. The book also provides insights into the workings of the insurance industry and the various tactics used by fraudsters to deceive insurance companies.Overall, Skeletons: A Claim Agent's Stories is a fascinating glimpse into the world of insurance fraud and the people who work to expose it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the insurance industry or true crime stories.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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