Anson's Law of Contract

Popular amongst students and practitioners, Anson's Law of Contract is a well-established and well-respected classic of contract law.

Written by three of the foremost experts in the field, it provides an authoritative account of the subject. Detailed, yet clear, the book leads readers through extensive explanations and analyses of the key underlying principles of contract law.

Thoroughly updated to incorporate the most recent legislation and case law, this definitive work is essential reading on contract law.

1: Introduction

Part 1: Formation of Contract

2: The agreement

3: Form

4: Consideration and promissory estoppel

Part 2: Contents of the Contract

5: The terms of the contract

6: Exemption clauses and unfair terms

Part 3: Factors Tending to Defeat Contractual Liability

7: Incapacity

8: Mistake

9: Misrepresentation and non-disclosure

10: Duress, undue influence, and unconscionable bargains

11: Illegality

Part 4: Performance and Discharge

12: Performance

13: Discharge by agreement

14: Discharge by frustration

15: Discharge by breach

16: Discharge by operation of law

Part 5: Remedies for Breach of Contract

17: Damages

18: Specific remedies

19: Restitutionary awards

20: Limitation of actions

Part 6: Limits of the Contractual Obligation

21: Third parties

22: Assignment

23: Agency