I would say that this text would apply only to undergraduate level and above. The detail in each chapter is immense and the footnotes at the bottom of each page provide an excellent reference for further reading.

Therefore if you want to score top marks, buy this book and prepare to be patient with it, it will pay off, if you want a thorough understanding and detailed information and background on the key principles and areas of contract law, then this book definitely serves that purpose.

If however you feel that you just want to know the fundamentals then I would shop around, just because it is said to be the best text for contact in England, Wales and Northern Ireland doesn't mean there aren't other more reader friendly books out there that will help you achieve a good understanding and a good grade


In-depth yet accessible   October 23, 2002
G Daniels (East Sussex)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful

Recommended by my lecturer as a slightly more in-depth text to supplement the contract module of the LLB. Well layed out which helps for quick reference around case reading, and while intelligent in content, not inaccesible to a first year undergradute. Maybe not a foundation text but certainly invaluable for a deeper understanding.