Textbook on Land Law by Judith-Anne Mackenzie
Practical and contextual in its approach, lucid and engaging in style, Textbook on Land Law enlivens the subject for students. The innovative running case study used throughout illustrates the law in action, helping students to visualize the real life applications of the law and demystify abstract concepts. Academic details on key topics are explained straightforwardly for an accessible learning experience. This is enhanced by additional examples, extracts, diagrams, and sample documents which contribute to the building blocks of a clear framework, enabling students to gain a pragmatic understanding of the essential principles. A glossary of key terms is included at the end of the book for ease of reference, while end-of-chapter reading suggestions support further research and exam preparation. Online resourcesThis textbook is also accompanied by online resources including self-test questions with instant feedback, guidance on approaching land law problems, as well as additional examination of topics such as leasehold covenants, perpetuities and accumulations, and undue influence and mortgages. There will also be updates on the legal developments of land law.
Accessible and nurturing, [this is] perhaps the best all-rounder textbook on land law available at present* Dr Tim Sinnamon, Royal Holloway, University of London *
It is designed with a student's needs in mind. In depth relevant examples make it interesting. * Andrea Garvey, law student, Swansea University *
Well stated and clear. Great basis for further discussion and clarity of explanation. * Anne Street, Senior Teaching Fellow, SOAS, University of London *
It is excellent, provides students with a comprehensive review of the law, as well as giving them useful pointers in terms of reform. * Emily Allbon, Senior Lecturer, City, University of London *
The authors' writing style and clarity of exposition is a key strength. Utilization of a running case study works exceptionally well in helping students to relate abstract legal principles to practical 'real world' scenarios. * Sam Burton, Senior Lecturer in Law, Sheffield Hallam University *
It is designed with a student's needs in mind. In depth relevant examples make it interesting. * Andrea Garvey, law student, Swansea University *
Well stated and clear. Great basis for further discussion and clarity of explanation. * Anne Street, Senior Teaching Fellow, SOAS, University of London *
It is excellent, provides students with a comprehensive review of the law, as well as giving them useful pointers in terms of reform. * Emily Allbon, Senior Lecturer, City, University of London *
The authors' writing style and clarity of exposition is a key strength. Utilization of a running case study works exceptionally well in helping students to relate abstract legal principles to practical 'real world' scenarios. * Sam Burton, Senior Lecturer in Law, Sheffield Hallam University *
Judith-Anne MacKenzie was, for 21 years, a practising barrister in the Civil Service working initially as Assistant Parliamentary Counsel (drafting legislation), and later as a Senior Civil Servant in the DTI, the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and the Department for Transport. Prior to that she was a legal academic and a barrister in private practice. She has now retired from practice but continues to work as an author. She is also Special Advisor to the Save Me Trust and a Senior Policy Advisor to the UK Centre for Animal Law. Dr Aruna Nair is Associate Professor of Law at the University of Oxford. She has experience of teaching land and trusts law, and previously lectured at King's College London. Before holding teaching posts, Dr Nair was a Research Assistant working on property, family, and trusts law for the Law Commission.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780198839828 |
| ISBN 10 | 0198839820 |
| Title | Textbook on Land Law |
| Author | Judith-Anne Mackenzie |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2020-06-09 |
| Number of pages | 688 |
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