Property Law 10th ed

Understand and evaluate modern land law doctrine Property Law (Longman Law series), 10th Edition, by Roger J. Smith, is an indispensable guide to all aspects of this essential subject. It combines clear and engaging explanations of core property law principles with in-depth analysis of key theoretical concepts — making it easily accessible to both undergraduates and those pursuing more advanced studies.

• Clear, engaging, and highly understandable analysis of the core principles of property law necessary for your course
• In-depth examination of the key theoretical concepts, socio-economic, and historical factors which underpin the development of modern land law doctrine enabling you to critique and evaluate the existing law
• Valuable further reading references to academic material, providing you with an ideal starting point from which to embark on further independent study.

  New to This Edition:

  This tenth edition has been fully updated with all significant legal developments in this area, including:

  • Regency Villas Title Ltd v Diamond Resorts (Europe) Ltd on recreational easements
  • Marr v Collie, relating to the scope of Stack v Dowden
  • NRAM Ltd v Evans and Antoine v Barclays Bank UK plc, which elucidate the meaning of ‘mistake’ for rectification of registered titles
  • The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 on obligations of landlords
  • A Law Commission Report on updating land registration