Contract Law Directions - Softcover

Taylor, Richard; Taylor, Damian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198718489 ISBN 13: 9780198718482

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2015

Synopsis

Are you new to studying contract law? Contract Law Directions is the ideal text for those who are new to the subject; unpacking contract law, bringing it to life and making it relevant. Every day we enter into a contract of some kind, whether it be buying a new phone or getting on a bus. Each chapter is written in an informal and friendly style and includes everyday examples illustrating how contract law applies to real-life situations.

Are you looking for a good grounding in the subject? The authors offer practical explanations of the key concepts and principles covered on undergraduate courses. Summaries of key cases are highlighted throughout the book to give you a solid understanding of the relevant case law.

Do you want to think more critically about the law? Why was a particular decision reached in a certain case? Is the law on this point rational and coherent? Is contract law fit for purpose? The authors weave debate throughout the text including 'thinking point' features which draw out these issues and equip you to be thinking critically.

Would you like to take your learning and revision further? Contract Law Directions includes problem and essay questions at the end of each chapter, as well as advice on efficient and creative study and on exam technique. The book is also accompanied by an extensive range of online resources including multiple choice questions, suggested approaches to answering questions in the book, web links, and a glossary of key terms.

About this title

About the Author

Richard Taylor, Professor of Law, Lancashire Law School, University of Central Lancashire,Damian Taylor, MA (Oxon) BCL, Solicitor in one of London's leading law firms

Richard Taylor is Professor of English Law at the University of Central Lancashire where he teaches contract and criminal law. He has written numerous books and articles on the law of contract, copyright, criminal law, and criminal justice and is a contributor to Blackstone's Criminal Practice. He was a member of the Law Panel for both the 1996 and the 2001 Research Assessment Exercises and is currently Honorary Secretary of the Society of Legal Scholars.
Damian Taylor is a graduate of Exeter College, Oxford, and now practises as a solicitor in one of London's leading law firms.

Review

"An excellent overview of topics on the syllabus which helps students gain confidence so that they can master the subject."

--Francois du Bois, University of Leicester

"The book offers students studying law of contract for the first time a practical, clear exposition of the basic concepts, principles and problems in contract law. It offers substantial guidance on contractual situations, thus enabling the reader to gain valuable experiential knowledge."

--Dr Ebenezer Adodo, Barrister, Solicitor and Lecturer, University of Surrey

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0198718489
• ISBN 13: 9780198718482
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 400