Contract Law Theory and Practice: A Comparison Between the United Kingdom and Continental European Countries

Author: Wen Kap
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: Joining the World Trade Organization marks the entry of China's economy into a new era of development—a globalized business era. The mobility of talent in business and law will become globalized, talent evaluation standards will internationalize, and education must keep pace with global development. The commercial society has long been depicted by Marx as a complex and intricate machine, with law being the mechanism that maintains its operation. Law is not merely about the principles of morality and justice, nor is it solely the fair doctrines of theory and practice; it is also a highly operational, precise, and specific professional technology. This book begins with the legal system of the United Kingdom, elaborating on offer and acceptance, consideration, contract terms, contract performance, breach of contract, and remedies. It provides an introduction and comparative analysis of contract law in the United Kingdom and continental European countries, with targeted discussions on common rules of contract law. Examples of standard contract clauses guide readers to further understand practical issues in current business activities. The appendices include relevant statutes and the Vienna Convention, offering readers great convenience in accessing related materials. The clear and concise language, along with detailed comparative data, makes complex legal theories more accessible, making significant contributions to understanding European law and comparative law.