ABSTRACT

Written by leading authors in the field, this clear and highly accessible volume provides full coverage of the topics commonly found in the contract law syllabus, alongside up-to-date illustrative case examples and stimulating commentary.

Composed of approximately one-quarter authors’ commentaries and three-quarters cases and materials, including academics' articles and extracts from books and Law Commission papers, this book takes account of a variety of theoretical perspectives, including economic, relational and empirical conceptions of the law.

This book facilitates the development of personal study skills and encourages readers to engage with the leading academic commentaries in the area. Features to support your learning include:

  • chapter introductions highlight the salient features under discussion and signpost topics to guide readers through this comprehensive text
  • additional reading listed at the end of each chapter to assist further study and independent research
  • clear and attractive text design that differentiates between the authors’ commentaries and the materials
  • a companion website that provides skills materials and self-assessment tasks to help further your learning

The range of material covered, straightforward style, and targeted updates to this third edition make Text, Cases and Materials on Contract Law a comprehensive and invaluable resource for all undergraduate students of contract law.

chapter 1|26 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|52 pages

Forming the Agreement

chapter 4|16 pages

Intention to Create Legal Relations

chapter 5|40 pages

Privity

chapter 6|74 pages

Contents of the Contract

chapter 7|82 pages

Clauses Excluding or Limiting Liability

chapter 8|42 pages

Misrepresentation

chapter 9|52 pages

Mistake

chapter 10|26 pages

Duress

chapter 11|42 pages

Undue Infl uence

chapter 12|46 pages

Frustration

chapter 13|40 pages

Illegality

chapter 14|50 pages

Discharge by Performance or Breach

chapter 15|110 pages

Remedies