Subjects:

Contract Law

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

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.

New to this edition:-

• A tighter structure ensures that this text maps even more closely to undergraduate contract law courses
• An improved and clearer page layout to aid navigation
• Fully updated to include new case law to help students keep abreast of developments