
Contract Law Directions
Oxford University Press
7th Edition
Published on 6. June 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
432 pages
978-0-19-883659-9 (ISBN)
Description
The Directions series has been written with students in mind. The ideal guide as they approach the subject for the first time, this book will help them:
? Gain a complete understanding of the topic: just the right amount of detail conveyed clearly
? Understand the law in context: with scene-setting introductions and highlighted case extracts, the practical importance of the law becomes clear
? Identify when and how to critically evaluate the law: they'll be introduced to the key areas of debate and given the confidence to question the law
? Deepen and test knowledge: visually engaging learning and self-testing features aid understanding and help students tackle assessments with confidence
? Elevate their learning: with the ground-work in place your students can aspire to take their learning to the next level, with direction provided on how to go further
Online Resources
This book is accompanied by the following online resources:
? Self-test questions
? Guidance on answering essay and problem questions
? Web links
? Flashcard glossary
Additional lecturer resources include:
? Diagrams from the book
? Gain a complete understanding of the topic: just the right amount of detail conveyed clearly
? Understand the law in context: with scene-setting introductions and highlighted case extracts, the practical importance of the law becomes clear
? Identify when and how to critically evaluate the law: they'll be introduced to the key areas of debate and given the confidence to question the law
? Deepen and test knowledge: visually engaging learning and self-testing features aid understanding and help students tackle assessments with confidence
? Elevate their learning: with the ground-work in place your students can aspire to take their learning to the next level, with direction provided on how to go further
Online Resources
This book is accompanied by the following online resources:
? Self-test questions
? Guidance on answering essay and problem questions
? Web links
? Flashcard glossary
Additional lecturer resources include:
? Diagrams from the book
More details
Series
Edition
7th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
Adult education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
938 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-883659-9 (9780198836599)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Richard Taylor is Professor of English Law at the University of Central Lancashire and is President of the Society of Legal Scholars 2018/2019.
Damian Taylor is a graduate of Exeter College, Oxford, and is now a partner in one of London's leading law firms.
Damian Taylor is a graduate of Exeter College, Oxford, and is now a partner in one of London's leading law firms.
Author
Professor of English LawProfessor of English Law, Lancashire Law School, University of Central Lancashire
MA (Oxon) BCLMA (Oxon) BCL, Solicitor
Content
1: Introduction
Creation of Obligations
2: Agreement
3: Certainty and the intention to create legal relations
4: Consideration and estoppel
Contents and Borders
5: Positive terms
6: Exemption clauses
7: Misrepresentation
Defects
8: Mistake
9: Duress, undue influence and unconscionable bargains
Finishing and Enforcing Obligations
10: Frustration
11: Damage
12: Specific remedies
13: Privity and the interests of third parties
Appendix 1: Efficient and creative study
Appendix 2: Examinations and how to take advantage of them
Creation of Obligations
2: Agreement
3: Certainty and the intention to create legal relations
4: Consideration and estoppel
Contents and Borders
5: Positive terms
6: Exemption clauses
7: Misrepresentation
Defects
8: Mistake
9: Duress, undue influence and unconscionable bargains
Finishing and Enforcing Obligations
10: Frustration
11: Damage
12: Specific remedies
13: Privity and the interests of third parties
Appendix 1: Efficient and creative study
Appendix 2: Examinations and how to take advantage of them