Broad in scope, this first volume of two examines the various contract rules of several different European jurisdictions, including the most important civilian systems as well as English common law, and attempts to articulate general principles that are shared by all of these. While this first volume analyzes the general principles of European contract law, the second will examine the specifics of various rules. Together, these volumes will be invaluable to scholars and practitioners in...
Broad in scope, this first volume of two examines the various contract rules of several different European jurisdictions, including the most important civilian systems as well as English common law, and attempts to articulate general principles that are shared by all of these. While this first volume analyzes the general principles of European contract law, the second will examine the specifics of various rules. Together, these volumes will be invaluable to scholars and practitioners in Europe and beyond.
List of Works Cited by Name of Authors OnlyList of Other AbbreviationsTable of CasesPt. AFormation, Validity, and Content of Contracts1Contract Law in Theory and Practice32Negotiation and Formation of Contracts163The Definiteness of the Contract424Tests of Earnestness525Formalities786Capacity977Interpretation of Contracts1068The Limits of Contractual Freedom1249Illegality and Immorality15410Mistake17111Deceit and Duress196Pt. BContract and Third Parties12Agency and Representation21713Contracts for the Benefit of Third Parties24514Assignment263Index285