Anson's Law of Contract
31st Edition
Published on 6. May 2020
Book
Paperback/Softback
816 pages
978-0-19-882997-3 (ISBN)
Description
Anson's Law of Contract offers exceptional detail, precision and clarity on contract law.
It is a classic text in the field providing a stimulating account of the law. With comprehensive coverage of all topics covered on contract law courses, this definitive work is essential reading for anyone interested in the law of contract, whether as a student, practitioner or academic.
Digital formats
This edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats.
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
It is a classic text in the field providing a stimulating account of the law. With comprehensive coverage of all topics covered on contract law courses, this definitive work is essential reading for anyone interested in the law of contract, whether as a student, practitioner or academic.
Digital formats
This edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats.
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
Reviews / Votes
Anson remains a classicthe place to go for a clear and compelling overview of any contract doctrine. * Dr Nick Sage, Assistant Professor of Law, LSE * A classical textbook in the area of contract law of outstanding clarity and precision. * Dr Anca Chirita, Assistant Professor of Competition Law, University of Durham *More details
Edition
31st Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 171 mm
Width: 246 mm
Thickness: 40 mm
Weight
1416 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-882997-3 (9780198829973)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Sir Jack Beatson FBA is a former Lord Justice of Appeal and Rouse Ball Professor of English Law, University of Cambridge; and is a Visiting Professor, University of Oxford
Andrew Burrows FBA, QC (Hon) is Professor of the Law of England and Fellow, All Souls College, University of Oxford, and (as of June 2, 2020) he has been appointed a Justice of the UK Supreme Court
John Cartwright is Emeritus Professor of the Law of Contract, University of Oxford
Andrew Burrows FBA, QC (Hon) is Professor of the Law of England and Fellow, All Souls College, University of Oxford, and (as of June 2, 2020) he has been appointed a Justice of the UK Supreme Court
John Cartwright is Emeritus Professor of the Law of Contract, University of Oxford
Author
is a former Lord Justice of Appeal and Rouse Ball Professor of English Law, University of Cambridge; and is a Visiting Professor, University of Oxford
Professor of the Law of England and Fellow, All Souls College, University of Oxford and (as of June 2, 2020) he has been appointed a Justice of the UK Supreme Court.
Emeritus Professor of the Law of Contract, University of Oxford
Content
1: Introduction Part 1: Formation of Contract 2: The agreement 3: Form 4: Consideration and promissory estoppel Part 2: Contents of the Contract 5: The terms of the contract 6: Exemption clauses and unfair terms Part 3: Factors Tending to Defeat Contractual Liability 7: Incapacity 8: Mistake 9: Misrepresentation and non-disclosure 10: Duress, undue influence, and unconscionable bargains 11: Illegality Part 4: Performance and Discharge 12: Performance 13: Discharge by agreement 14: Discharge by frustration 15: Discharge for breach 16: Discharge by operation of law Part 5: Remedies for Breach of Contract 17: Damages 18: Specific remedies 19: Restitutionary awards 20: Limitation of actions Part 6: Limits of the Contractual Obligation 21: Third parties 22: Assignment 23: Agency