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Poole's Textbook on Contract Law 17th ed

Robert Merkin KC, Severine Saintier

ISBN13: 9780198954866

Previous Edition ISBN: 9780192885098

Published: September 2025

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Country of Publication: UK

Format: Paperback

Price: £42.99

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A student classic: clear, comprehensive, contextual.

The immensely popular Poole's Textbook on Contract Law has been guiding students through contract law for over 20 years. The law of contract is placed within its commercial context, and students are provided with a detailed yet accessible treatment of all the key areas of contract law. Case-driven content and succinct explanations are combined with summaries, questions, and examples to allow students to gain a sound understanding of the theory and application of contract law principles.

KEY FEATURES:

Delivers clear and concise explanations, enabling students to grasp fundamental concepts while also exploring the complexities of contract law for a deeper understanding
Provides a clear introduction to contract law, aligned with undergraduate curriculum needs
Chapters include summaries, questions, examples, and further reading guides, supporting students in checking their comprehension and conducting well-directed further study
Ideal for use independently or with Poole's Casebook on Contract Law, making it an essential resource for students
Also available as an e-book enhanced with self-assessment activities and multi-media content to offer a fully immersive experience and extra learning support

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

Key new cases include: Kajima Construction Europe (UK) Ltd v Children's Ark Partnership Ltd [2023] on what constitutes an enforceable contract
Phillip v Barclays Bank UK plc [2023] on bank's duties towards their customers, and
SFL Ace 2 Inc v DCW Management Ltd [2024] on the difference between a claim in debt and an action for damages

DIGITAL FORMATS AND RESOURCES:

The seventeenth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Law Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with videos, self-test questions, open ended questions and answer guidance, functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support

Subjects:: Contract Law

Contents:: 1:Introduction to the law of contract; Part 1 Formation; 2:Agreement; 3:Enforceability of promises: consideration and promissory estoppel; 4:Intention to be legally bound, formalities, and capacity to contract; Part 2 Content, Interpretation, Performance, and Privity; 5:Content of the contract and principles of interpretation; 6:Exemption clauses and unfair contract terms; 7:Privity of contract and third party rights; Part 3 Vitiating Factors; 8:Mistake; 9:Misrepresentation; 10:Duress, undue influence, and unconscionable bargains; 11:Illegality; Part 4 Performance and Termination of Contract; 12:Discharge by frustration: subsequent impossibility; 13:Breach of contract; 14:Damages for breach of contract; 15:Remedies providing for specific relief and restitutionary remedies