Lowndes & Rudolf is a specialist commentary on the York-Antwerp Rules (YAR). It is the most detailed and analytical work on general average (GA) You'll find the book gives you a historical overview of each Rule of YAR, and a comparison with English law, which gives insight into the underlying principles and the problems inherent in their application.Clearly defines the complex topic of General Average and the York Antwerp rules -- Explores the historical context of General Average's development as a concept -- Provides a rule by rule examination of the York Antwerp RulesDescribes the Assessing and Enforcing Rights of Contribution central to Marine Insurance -- Discusses the currency of the Adjustment determinant in compensation -- Examines General Average, Insurance and Recoveries as critical doctrines of Marine insurance law both conceptually and as a functioning commercial entity -- Gives the reader a good insight into the underlying principles and the practical problems which arise in applying the (YAR)New to this edition: A detailed examination of the Practical Implications of the introduction of the Rotterdam Rules -- Analysis of recoveries in relation to General Average -- Discussion on the problems of the obligations to cargo -- Insight into the role of General Average in the current climate of widespread Piracy on the high seas.