The Oxford Introductions to U.S. Law: Contracts

Written by the leading expert in the field, The Oxford Introductions to U.S. Law: Contracts provides students with ready access to the basic doctrines of contract law, the story behind their evolution, and the rationales for their continued existence. An engaging book that allows students to grasp the "big picture" of contract law, it is organized around the principle that lies at the heart of contracts: consent. Beginning with the premise of "consent," the book provides a cohesive framework in which to understand the various aspects of contract law.

Chapter One: A Short History of Contact Law Chapter Two: The Enforcement of Contracts Chapter Three: Mutual Assent Chapter Four: Enforceability Chapter Five: Performance and Breach Chapter Six: Defenses to Contractual Obligation