Contract Theory
- ISBN-10
- 0198765614
- ISBN-13
- 9780198765615
- Series
- Contract Theory
- Category
- Law
- Pages
- 450
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2004
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press on Demand
- Author
- Stephen A. Smith
Description
Smith presents an examination of our understanding of the theoretical foundations of the common law of contract. The book helps readers understand the nature of the idea and justification of contractual obligation.
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Other editions
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- 1998
- 221 pages
- Paperback
- Michigan State University Press
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