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Poole's Textbook on Contract Law 16th Edition

Poole's Textbook on Contract Law 16th Edition

Author: Robert Merkin KC; Severine Saintier
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780192885098

Previous Edition ISBN: 9780198869993
Published In: May 2023
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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A student classic: clear, comprehensive, contextual. The immensely popular Poole's Textbook on Contract Law has been guiding students through contract law for over 20 years. The law of contract is placed within its commercial context, and students are provided with a detailed yet accessible treatment of all the key areas of contract law. Case-driven content and succinct explanations are combined with summaries, questions, and examples to allow students to gain a sound understanding of the theory and application of contract law principles.

Digital formats and resources:

The sixteenth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources.

The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with embedded self-assessment activities, and multi-media content including a series of supportive videos and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks
The study tools that enhance the e-book are all also available as stand-alone online resources for use alongside the print book

Online resources include:

Over 300 multiple choice questions with answers and feedback
A selection of videos from the authors
Guidance on answering problem questions in contract law
Updates on new legislation, cases, and other legal developments

Overview:

Provides a clear introduction to contract law mapped to undergraduate courses.
Presents the information in a straightforward style, allowing students to gain a sound understanding of the main issues, whilst also addressing some of the complexities of contract law, to encourage a fuller appreciation of the subject
Each chapter includes summaries, questions, examples, and a guide to further reading, allowing students to check their understanding and to conduct efficient and well-directed further study
Suitable for use as a stand-alone textbook, or in conjunction with Poole's Casebook on Contract Law, making it an essential resource for students
Also available as an e-book enhanced with self-assessment activities and multi-media content to offer a fully immersive experience and extra learning support

New to this Edition:

The introductory chapter has been substantively updated to reflect the continuing influence of contract law in the world through its adaptation to technological innovations
Key new cases include: Longley v PPB Entertainment Ltd [2022] on elements of unilateral mistake; Leeds City Council v Barclays Bank plc on inducement; and Pakistan International Airline Corporation v Times Travel (UK) Ltd [2021] on lawful acts of duress

1:Introduction to the law of contract

Part 1 Formation

2:Agreement

3:Enforceability of promises: consideration and promissory estoppel

4:Intention to be legally bound, formalities and capacity to contract

Part 2. Content, Interpretation, Performance and Privity

5:Content of the contract and principles of interpretation

6:Exemption clauses and unfair contract terms

7:Privity of contract and third party rights

Part 3. Vitiating Factors

8:Mistake

9:Misrepresentation