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Contracts: A Contemporary Approach (Interactive Casebook Series)
ISBN: 9781683288152
About This Book
"Contracts: A Contemporary Approach" is a comprehensive and interactive casebook designed for law students, particularly those studying contract law. This third edition, released in 2018, offers a contemporary approach to understanding contract law principles. The book is about 25% shorter than its previous edition, making it more concise and easier to navigate.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by law students and instructors in contract law courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of contract law, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of legal principles.
History and Editions
The third edition of "Contracts: A Contemporary Approach" has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest case studies and discussions on modern business practices. This edition includes numerous brief example cases and traditional edited case opinions, allowing students to learn from multiple applications of legal rules. The book also features well-placed text boxes with "reading critically" questions preceding cases, providing additional insights and analysis.
Author and Other Works
The authors of "Contracts: A Contemporary Approach" are Christina Kunz, Carol Chomsky, Jennifer Martin, and Elizabeth Schiltz. These authors are renowned for their expertise in contract law and their ability to present complex legal concepts in a clear and engaging manner. While this is their primary work together, each author has contributed to various other legal texts and casebooks.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in contract law, including detailed explanations and examples.
- Interactive Learning Tools: The accompanying electronic version links directly to cited sources and related multiple-choice problems, enhancing the learning experience.
- Practical Implications: "Practice Pointers" provide a transactional focus by exploring the practical implications of legal doctrine.
- Visual Learning Aids: Tables and flowcharts demonstrate connections among concepts, giving visual learning cues.
- Problem Sets: Frequent problem sets, both essay and multiple-choice, test and expand students’ understanding of contract law principles.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781683288152
- eBook: Available with digital access to an eBook, allowing highlighting and note-taking, and 12-month access to a digital Learning Library that includes self-assessment quizzes and study aids.
Publication Details
- Publisher: West Academic Publishing
- Publication Date: May 10, 2018
- Number of Pages: 990 pages
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
While there are no other editions of this specific ISBN, the book is available in various formats:
- Hardcover/Access Code: Available through West Academic Publishing and other retailers.
- Digital Access: Includes free 14-day digital access to the book immediately after purchase.
Related ISBNs:
- 9781683288152 (Hardcover)
- 1683288157 (ISBN-10)
- 9781683288152 (eBook)
Additional Resources
For a complete learning experience, it is recommended to accompany this book with a statutory supplement as it no longer contains the text of Restatement and UCC provisions.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Contracts: A Contemporary Approach," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
