Poole's Textbook on Contract Law 17th Edition

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Poole's Textbook on Contract Law 17th Edition

Edited by Robert Merkin KC · Severine Saintier
Oxford University Press June 2025

Specifications

ISBN-13
9780198954866
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication
June 2025
Format
Paperback
Jurisdiction
U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

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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.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Delivers clear and concise explanations, enabling students to grasp fundamental concepts while also exploring the complexities of contract law for a deeper understanding
  • Provides a clear introduction to contract law, aligned with undergraduate curriculum needs
  • Chapters include summaries, questions, examples, and further reading guides, supporting students in checking their comprehension and conducting well-directed further study
  • Ideal for use independently or 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:

  • Key new cases include: Kajima Construction Europe (UK) Ltd v Children's Ark Partnership Ltd [2023] on what constitutes an enforceable contract
  • Phillip v Barclays Bank UK plc [2023] on bank's duties towards their customers, and
  • SFL Ace 2 Inc v DCW Management Ltd [2024] on the difference between a claim in debt and an action for damages

DIGITAL FORMATS AND RESOURCES:

The seventeenth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Law Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with videos, self-test questions, open ended questions and answer guidance, functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support

Table of Contents

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
10:Duress, undue influence, and unconscionable bargains
11:Illegality

Part 4 Performance and Termination of Contract
12:Discharge by frustration: subsequent impossibility
13:Breach of contract
14:Damages for breach of contract
15:Remedies providing for specific relief and restitutionary remedies
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