We are in the age of statutes; and it is indisputable that statutes are swallowing up the common law. Yet the study of statutes as a coherent whole is rare. In these three lectures, given as the 2017 Hamlyn Lecture series, Professor Andrew Burrows takes on the challenge of thinking seriously and at a practical level about statutes in English law. In his characteristically lively and punchy style, he examines three central aspects which he labels interpretation, interaction and improvement....

NEW in paperbackFrom the Reviews of the hardback edition:This is a fascinating and thought-provoking collection of eight essays..... Taken together they represent a coherent and compelling exposition of the English law of obligations.... One is left with the picture of an [author] ... who remains a devotee of "practical scholarship" and the deductive technique of the common law and has a grasp on its intricacies second to non."Edwin Peel, The Law Quarterly Review, 1...

'…provides everything you want in a case book: a stimulating, thought-provoking and up to date account of contract law. It combines both fantastic academic commentary and superbly selected materials making it simply one of the best contract law casebooks.' Student Law JournalThis is the seventh, fully updated, edition of Professor Burrows' Casebook, offering law students the ideal way to discover and understand contract law through reading highlights from the leading cases...

Now in its third edition, this work has established itself as a key point of reference on English private law for lawyers in the UK and throughout the world. The book acts as an accessible first point of reference for practitioners approaching a private law issue for the first time, whilst simultaneously providing a lucid, concise and authoritative overview of all the key areas of private law. This includes contract, tort, unjust enrichment, land law, trusts, intellectual property, success...

Principles of English Commercial Law provides students with a high-quality overview of this key area of English law. Drawing together updated chapters from the third edition of English Private Law, the subjects covered include the law on agency, sale of goods, carriage of goods by sea, carriage of goods by air and land, insurance, banking, bailment, security, and insolvency. Written by a team of acknowledged experts, the chapters give a clear, simple, and accurate overvie...

Principles of the English Law of Obligations provides students with a high-quality overview of this key area of English law. Drawing together updated chapters from the third edition of English Private Law, the subjects covered include contract, tort and equitable wrongs, unjust enrichment, and remedies. Written by a team of acknowledged experts, the chapters give a clear, simple, and accurate overview of the guiding principles and rules of the English law of obligations, ...

In a moment of great crisis, the apostle Paul gave new meanings to characters and events within Genesis 16-21 without completely denying or replacing their prior meanings. This interpretive practice, as found in Galatians 4:21-31, has troubled interpreters of Scripture since the fourth century. This book demonstrates that Paul's practice was allegorical and provides a more precise understanding of his practice by comparing Paul with three roughly contemporary interpreters of Scripture: int...

Drachar is a ruthless and ambitious sorcerer who will stop at nothing to wreak revenge against those who betrayed him. From a lowly, although arrogant Eldric lord to commander of the most deadly army the land has ever seen, he pitches relentless hordes of powerful soul devouring demons against his own people, the Eldric. Fierce battle is to commence and all in its path must fight or risk their soul being sent screaming from their twitching corpses. Madness tears at Drachar, a constant remi...

Lord Rodger of Earlsferry was a distinguished judge and scholar. He was a Justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom and the author of many high quality law journal articles and two books. Written in memory of Lord Rodger, this collection contains 47 essays by Lord Rodger's friends and colleagues from the UK and Europe. The essays reflect Lord Rodger's role as a leading judge and also his wide-ranging academic interests including Roman law, Scots law and legal history, and a miscel...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Motivational Interviewing Across Health Disciplines: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide with Case Studies******Motivational Interviewing Techniques for Healthcare Professionals****In today's healthcare landscape, patient-centered approaches are more critical than ever. "Motivational Interviewing Across Health Disciplines: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide with Case Studies" is your esse...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Why This Book is Essential for Clinicians:Mental health professionals often encounter clients with multifaceted issues, including co-occurring disorders and trauma. This book equips you with the knowledge and tools to address these complexities effectively. By integrating MI with neuroscience and trauma-informed care, you can offer more tailored and impactful interventions, helping your clients achieve their goals and improve th...

Top voices highlight important changes in the role of bishop.Compelling essays, written by bishops, other clergy, and academics from across the Episcopal Church, reflect the breadth of thinking on the history, current state, and future of the role of leadership within the denomination and the wider Anglican Communion.Topics include the transformation of the role over the last fifty years, a review of historic documents on the episcopacy, issues of race and ...