Poole's Textbook on Contract Law 14th Edition by Robert Merkin (Author), Severine Saintier (Author)

Table of Contents

1:Introduction to the law of contract

Part 1 Formation

• 2:Agreement
• 3:Enforceability of promises: consideration and promissory estoppel
• 4:Intention to be legally bound, formalities and capacity to contract

Part 2 Content, Interpretation, Performance and Privity

• 5:Content of the contract and principles of interpretation
• 6:Exemption clauses and unfair contract terms
• 7:Privity of contract and third party rights

Part 3 Vitiating Factors

• 8:Mistake

• 9:Misrepresentation

• 10:Duress, undue influence, and unconscionable bargains

• 11:Illegality

Part 4 Performance and termination of contract

• 12:Discharge by frustration: subsequent impossibility

• 13:Breach of contract

• 14:Damages for breach of contract

         15:Remedies providing for specific relief and restitutionary remedies