Subjects:

Equity and Trusts

Contents:

1. The Historical Origins of the Trust

2. Property, Obligations and Trusts

3. Express Trusts

4. Resulting Trusts

5. Constructive Trusts

6. Formalities and Secret Trusts

7. Certainty

8. The Constitution of Trusts

9. Trusts and Purposes

10. The Trust Up and Running

11. Breach of Trust

12. The Law Governing Fiduciaries

13. Charitable Trusts

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Lively and engaging, The Law of Trusts Core Text is an accessible read that does not skirt around complex or difficult issues. James Penner provides perceptive analysis and original and thought-provoking commentary to give students an excellent grounding in what is considered to be a difficult subject.

• High quality analysis and clear and efficient explanation of complex concepts gives students an excellent grounding in the law of trusts
• Introduces the controversies surrounding the topic in an argumentative and thought-provoking way engaging the reader and giving a good all-round picture of the key issues relating to the subject
• A strong pedagogical approach incorporating chapter summaries, must-read cases, self-assessment questions, further reading lists and a bibliography ensures this book equips students with the tools they need to consolidate their study
• The lively writing style engages readers and encourages critical and analytical thinking around the subject
• Concise and focused, this book condenses a complex subject, concentrates on core principles, and helps students understand the topic, without compromising its academic integrity