About This Book
Fundamentals of Federal Income Taxation, 20th Edition
ISBN: 9781685611927
Fundamentals of Federal Income Taxation is a widely-adopted casebook that provides detailed information on federal income taxation. This comprehensive resource is designed for students and educators in the field of taxation, offering a thorough exploration of the Internal Revenue Code, selected cases, and regulations and rulings from the Internal Revenue Service.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in courses related to federal income taxation at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for professionals seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of federal income taxation.
History and Editions
The 20th edition of Fundamentals of Federal Income Taxation marks the 50th anniversary of the casebook's first publication. This edition has been revised and updated to reflect recent legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments. The book retains its long-standing format and much of its prior materials while incorporating new discussions on tax policy, including the fundamentals of tax policy, the realization requirement for gains and losses, and the preferential treatment of capital gains.
Author and Other Works
The authors of this edition are Stephen A. Lind, Daniel J. Lathrope, and Heather M. Field. Stephen Lind and Daniel Lathrope have been leading figures in the field of federal income taxation for many years, with extensive experience in teaching and writing about tax law. Heather M. Field, who joins the casebook in this edition, brings her expertise from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides detailed assignments to the Internal Revenue Code, selected cases, and regulations and rulings from the Internal Revenue Service.
- Tax Policy Discussions: The new edition includes expanded materials on tax policy, covering topics such as the fundamentals of tax policy, the realization requirement for gains and losses, and the preferential treatment of capital gains.
- Updated Content: The book is updated to reflect recent legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments in federal income taxation.
- Digital Access: Purchasers receive free 14-day digital access to the book immediately after purchase.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781685611927
- CasebookPlus: ISBN-13: 9781685613242 (includes digital access)
- eBook: Available through various retailers (check for specific ISBNs)
Publication Details
- Publisher: Foundation Press
- Publication Date: August 2, 2022
- Number of Pages: 1113 pages
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- CasebookPlus Edition: ISBN-13: 9781685613242 (includes digital access)
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781685613242 (CasebookPlus)
- 9781685611927 (Hardcover)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Fundamentals of Federal Income Taxation, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.






