Textbook on Contract Law

The eleventh edition of this established text provides a wide-ranging and straightforward exposition of contract law. Features such as summaries, questions, and examples, combine with succinct explanatory text to allow the reader to gain a sound understanding of the theory and application of contract law principles.

1: Introduction to the law of contract; Part I Formation; 2: Agreement; 3: Agreement problems; 4: Enforceability of promises: consideration and promissory estoppel; 5: Intention to be legally bound, formalities and capacity to contract; Part II Content, interpretation, performance, and breach; 6: Content of the contract and principles of interpretation; 7: Exemption clauses and unfair contract terms; 8: Breach of contract; Part III Enforcement of contractual obligations; 9: Damages for breach of contract; 10: Remedies providing for specific relief and restitutionary remedies; 11: Privity of contract and third party rights; 12: Discharge by frustration: subsequent impossibility; Part IV Methods of policing the making of the contract; 13: Non-agreement mistake; 14: Misrepresentation; 15: Duress, undue influence, and unconscionable bargains; 16: Illegality