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Glanville Williams: Learning the Law, 15th Edition

Glanville Williams: Learning the Law, 15th Edition

Author: ATH Smith
Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell U.K._
ISBN: 9780414028234
Published In: August 2013
Format: Paperback , 304 pages
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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First published in 1945, Glanville Williams: Learning the Law has been introducing readers to the skills needed to study law for over half a century. It is a cherished favourite among readers and considered the classic must-have book for every student beginning to study the law. Now revised and updated for its 15th edition, Learning the Law is one of the most commonly recommended titles for students beginning university law courses.

Gives an overview of the English legal system in a clear and accessible style
Corrects common misunderstandings about the law
Explains how to interpret statutes and look up points of law
Enables readers to understand the outcome and implications of a case
Introduces legal problems that readers are likely to come across and explains how best to tackle them
Goes through legal research and how best to undertake it
Offers advice on study methods and exam preparation to work effectively and manage time effectively
Gives guidance on how to prepare for and take part in moots and mock trials

Because of its scope and status, Glanville Williams: Learning the Law is essential reading for all potential lawyers from those contemplating the study of law, through to those nearing completion of their studies.

The Divisions of Law;
The European Dimension
The Mechanism of Scholarship ;
Methods of Study
Technical Terms ;
Case Law Technique
The Interpretation of Statutes ;
Working Out Problems ;
Answering Essay Questions
In the Examination Room
Moots and Mock Trials ;
Legal Research
From Learning to Earning;
General Reading

“Essential reading for anyone embarking on the study of law or on a course that includes an element of law. An excellent introduction to the methods and skills of the law. Beautifully written and gives a sense of historical importance to the law...prepares the student extremely well for legal studies..”.

New Law Journal

“…Learning the Law opens a secret garden of knowledge ...”

The Daily Telegraph