Oxford Introductions to U.S. Law

Written by a 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 "e;big picture"e; of contract law, it is organized around the principle that lies at the heart of contracts: consent. Beginning with the premise of "e;consent,"e; the book provides a cohesive framework in which to understand the various aspects of contract law.