Understanding Contract Law

This book is an introduction to contract law in England. It covers the basics of contract law, such as agreement, acceptance, certainty, consideration, and privity. It is written in a student-friendly format and is supported by chapter introductions and summaries throughout.

Understanding Contract Law offers a clear introduction to the basic concepts of contract law in England. Built around familiar real-world examples that illustrate the concepts, principles and key cases upon which English contract law is structured, Understanding Contract Law is an ideal guide for those approaching an undergraduate law degree, or for general readers interested in this fundamental area of the law. This concise, student-friendly overview, supported by chapter introductions and summaries throughout, covers the fundamental topics in English contract law, including: * Agreement and Offer * Acceptance * Certainty * Consideration * Privity * Misrepresentation.