Includes bibliographical references and index.

The evolution and definition of the modern contract -- The fact of agreement -- Consideration -- Intention to create legal relations -- Capacity -- Formalities -- The terms of the contract -- Exemption clauses -- Misrepresentation -- Mistake -- Duress, undue influence and inequality of bargaining power -- Illegality -- Discharge by performance and breach -- Discharge by agreement -- Discharge by frustration -- The common law remedy of damages -- Equitable remedies and limitation of actions -- Quasi-contract and the law of restitution -- Privity of contract -- Agency -- Assignment of contractual rights.

Richards provides a clear treatment of the principles of the law of contract, with a selective presentation of key topics, described and analysed at an appropriate depth for undergraduate study.