Contract Law

The fourth edition of this acclaimed textbook addresses the developments in English contract law since the last edition, including the impact of the withdrawal of the UK from the European Union, and new case law on the role of good faith, the doctrine of consideration, rectification of written contracts for mistake, economic duress, illegality, contractual interpretation, and damages for breach of contract. The book introduces the lawyer trained in a civil law jurisdiction to the method of reasoning in the common law, and in particular to the English law of contract. It is written for the lawyer – whether student or practitioner – from another jurisdiction who already has an understanding of a (different) law of contract, but who wishes to discover the way in which an English lawyer views a contract. However, it is also useful for the English law student: setting English contract law generally in the context of other European and international approaches, the book forms an introductory text, not only demonstrating how English contract law works but also giving a glimpse of different ways of thinking about some of the fundamental rules of contract law from a civil law perspective. After a general introduction to the common law system – how a common lawyer reasons and finds the law – the book explains the principles of the law of contract in English law covering all the aspects of a contract from its formation to the remedies available for breach, whilst directing attention in particular to those areas where the approach of English law is in marked contrast to that taken in many civil law systems.

The fourth edition of this acclaimed textbook addresses the developments in English contract law since the last edition, including the impact of the withdrawal of the UK from the European Union, and new case law on the role of good faith, the doctrine of consideration, rectification of written contracts for mistake, economic duress, illegality, contractual interpretation, and damages for breach of contract. The book introduces the lawyer trained in a civil law jurisdiction to the method of reasoning in the common law, and in particular to the English law of contract. It is written for the lawyer – whether student or practitioner – from another jurisdiction who already has an understanding of a (different) law of contract, but who wishes to discover the way in which an English lawyer views a contract. However, it is also useful for the English law student: setting English contract law generally in the context of other European and international approaches, the book forms an introductory text, not only demonstrating how English contract law works but also giving a glimpse of different ways of thinking about some of the fundamental rules of contract law from a civil law perspective. After a general introduction to the common law system – how a common lawyer reasons and finds the law – the book explains the principles of the law of contract in English law covering all the aspects of a contract from its formation to the remedies available for breach, whilst directing attention in particular to those areas where the approach of English law is in marked contrast to that taken in many civil law systems.

Students often find the complex and commercial nature of contract law a real challenge. Contract Law tackles this head-on with problem scenarios and illustrations that reinforce learning and bring the law to life. It equips students with comprehensive knowledge of contract law and gives them the opportunity to engage with the content at a much deeper level. The clear structure and guiding narrative, married with rigorous academic analysis and examination of the law, provides unrivalled support to enable students to confidently navigate the complexities of contract law. Contract Law empowers students to understand, analyse, and critique the law, and to develop their ability to participate in academic debate with confidence and skill. Digital formats and resources: The third edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. -The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks - On the accompanying online resources students can find additional support for their studies, including podcasts and videos

Students often find the complex and commercial nature of contract law a real challenge. Contract Law tackles this head-on with problem scenarios and illustrations that reinforce learning and bring the law to life. It equips students with comprehensive knowledge of contract law and gives them the opportunity to engage with the content at a much deeper level. The clear structure and guiding narrative, married with rigorous academic analysis and examination of the law, provides unrivalled support to enable students to confidently navigate the complexities of contract law. Contract Law empowers students to understand, analyse, and critique the law, and to develop their ability to participate in academic debate with confidence and skill. Digital formats and resources: The third edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. -The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks - On the accompanying online resources students can find additional support for their studies, including podcasts and videos