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Chen-Wishart Mindy

Contract law / created by Mindy Chen-Wishart. - Fifth edition. - xlv, 615 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I. INTRODUCTION
1. Introduction
Part II. CONTRACT FORMATION
2. Agreement
3. Enforceability: consideration, formalities, promissory estoppel
Part III. PRIVITY
4. Privity
Part IV. 'VITIATING' FACTORS
5. Misrepresentation and non-disclosure
6. Mistaken assumptions
7. Frustration
8. Duress
9. Unfairness: undue influence, non-commercial guarantees, unconscionable bargains
Part V. THE CONTENTS OF CONTRACTS
10. Identifying and interpreting contractual terms
11. Direct control over terms
Part VI. BREACH AND REMEDIES FOR BREACH
12. Breach of contract and termination
13. Damages
14. Specific and agreed remedies
Appendix Additional Chapters
Incapacity
Illegality and public policy

This textbook provides an accessible account of the intricacies of contract law and the problems that can arise during the life of a contract. These problems, along with their solutions, are discussed in detail using everyday language that stimulates thought and reflection

ISBN: 9780199689163 (paperback) 0199689164

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Contracts--England.

LC Class. No.: KD1554 CHE