Hart Law Masters - Contract Law

The 15th edition of Ewan McKendrick KC's bestselling textbook, 'Contract Law', continues its legacy as the definitive resource for students of English contract law. Published by Hart Publishing, this edition provides a comprehensive and clear account of the basic doctrines, such as offer and acceptance, consideration, and illegality. The text is meticulously updated to incorporate the latest legal developments, notably including recent Supreme Court and Privy Council decisions that address economic duress and the interpretation of exclusion and limitation clauses. These updates ensure that students are learning from the most current legal precedents and academic discourse available. Beyond basic principles, the book delves into contemporary considerations that have shaped the legal landscape in recent years. This includes the application of the doctrine of frustration to contracts impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the evolving scope of the doctrines of mistake and misrepresentation. Designed with student success in mind, the textbook is packed with pedagogical features such as 'hot topic' discussion boxes that situate learning in real-world contexts, and concise end-of-chapter summaries and exercises to facilitate progress measurement and exam preparation. McKendrick’s writing is widely praised for its ability to bridge the gap between introductory rules and advanced academic debates. It introduces readers to the nature, scope, and functions of contract law while discussing wider controversies surrounding its basic doctrines. Whether for undergraduate law degrees, the GDL, CPE modules, or equivalent professional courses, this straightforward and stimulating text remains an essential learning companion. Its unrivalled clarity and incisive analysis provide students with the edge needed for both coursework and professional practice, maintaining its status as a market-leading guide in the field.