The law of contract
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The law of contract
(Core text series / editor, Nicola Padfield)
Oxford University Press, 2006
2nd ed
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This new edition of The Law of Contract introduces readers to the basic principles of this key topic. The straightforward analysis provided by Janet O'Sullivan and Jonathan Hilliard covers a wide range of issues and current controversies, and offers a clear and concise exposition of contract law. The text offers a balanced introduction to this important area of study for undergraduate students, and can also be used as an on-going revision and reference source to reinforce students' understanding throughout their studies. Features such as chapter summaries, chapter overviews, self-test questions, and further reading lists, allow students to check their understanding of each key area, whilst also encouraging further study and investigation.
Table of Contents
- 1. General themes and issues
- 2. Offer and acceptance I: General principles
- 3. Offer and acceptance II: Three applications of the general principles
- 4. Certainty
- 5. Contracts which fail to materialise
- 6. Consideration and estoppel
- 7. Privity
- 8. Terms of the contract: I
- 9. Terms of the contract II: Exemption clauses and unfair terms
- 10. Misrepresentation and non-disclosure
- 11. Duress
- 12. Undue influence
- 13. Unconscionable bargains
- 14. Incapacity
- 15. Illegality and public policy
- 16. Common mistake
- 17. Frustration
- 18. Discharge of a contract for breach
- 19. Remedies I: Compensatory damages
- 20. Remedies II: Specific remedies
- 21. Remedies III: Other non-compensatory remedies
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