Death, Money and the Vultures: Inheritance and Avarice, 1660-1750

By John Addy

In the 17th century, the practice of drawing up a will became commonplace. Although intended to clarify, these documents often provoked avarice, conflict and hatred. This book looks at numerous cases involving a will, including examples where relatives question the deceased's mental state.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415050316
• ISBN13: 9780415050319
• Release Date: December 1992
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 1000 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 2.0" x 8.0"