This established text provides a concise, clear and up-to-date explanation of the main principles and doctrines of contract law. The author presents the law in a readable and accessible form by setting out the general principles with reference to the leading and most recent caselaw. Each chapter includes extensive details of recommended further reading, referencing other law books, cases and articles in a variety of legal journals. These sections are designed to encourage a more complete understanding of the wider issues that surround this increasingly complex subject.