The Law of Contract

Author:   Janet O'Sullivan ,  Jonathan Hilliard
Publisher:   Oxford University Press
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
ISBN:  

9780199290321


Pages:   528
Publication Date:   10 August 2006
Replaced By:   9780199232314
Format:   Paperback
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This new edition of The Law of Contract introduces readers to the basic principles of this key topic. The straightforward analysis provided by Janet O'Sullivan and Jonathan Hilliard covers a wide range of issues and current controversies, and offers a clear and concise exposition of contract law. The text offers a balanced introduction to this important area of study for undergraduate students, and can also be used as an on-going revision and reference source to reinforce students' understanding throughout their studies. Features such as chapter summaries, chapter overviews, self-test questions, and further reading lists, allow students to check their understanding of each key area, whilst also encouraging further study and investigation.

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Author:   Janet O'Sullivan ,  Jonathan Hilliard
Publisher:   Oxford University Press
Imprint:   Oxford University Press
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.770kg
ISBN:  

9780199290321


ISBN 10:   0199290326
Pages:   528
Publication Date:   10 August 2006
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Replaced By:   9780199232314
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of stock   Availability explained

Table of Contents

1. General themes and issues; 2. Offer and acceptance I: General principles; 3. Offer and acceptance II: Three applications of the general principles; 4. Certainty; 5. Contracts which fail to materialise; 6. Consideration and estoppel; 7. Privity; 8. Terms of the contract: I; 9. Terms of the contract II: Exemption clauses and unfair terms; 10. Misrepresentation and non-disclosure; 11. Duress; 12. Undue influence; 13. Unconscionable bargains; 14. Incapacity; 15. Illegality and public policy; 16. Common mistake; 17. Frustration; 18. Discharge of a contract for breach; 19. Remedies I: Compensatory damages; 20. Remedies II: Specific remedies; 21. Remedies III: Other non-compensatory remedies

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"""The second edition of The Law of Contract is well-balanced and superbly written. It provides a succinct narrative of the basic contractual principles whilst expanding on those issues when appropriate. The layout is excellent: the material is clearly set-out and is well cross-referenced."" The Student Law Journal, July 2007"


The second edition of The Law of Contract is well-balanced and superbly written. It provides a succinct narrative of the basic contractual principles whilst expanding on those issues when appropriate. The layout is excellent: the material is clearly set-out and is well cross-referenced. The Student Law Journal, July 2007


Author Information

Janet O'Sullivan is a Fellow and Director of Studies in Law at Selwyn College, Cambridge and a University Lecturer in the Faculty of Law, Cambridge University. She teaches and lectures in contract, tort, and restitution, has published widely in these fields, and is an Assistant Editor of Professional Negligence. She is a qualified solicitor and practised for some time in a major law firm. Jonathan Hilliard is a barrister at Wilberforce Chambers, London, specialising in commercial law, pensions and private client. He is the author of a number of articles and has supervised contract law at Selwyn and Gonville & Caius Colleges, Cambridge University.

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