Matters and Why, conveys a big-picture view of the essential elements of Contracts, how they fit together, and why. Inside Contracts, What Matters and Why, features: ;basic coverage of the main themes of contract law in theory and practice ;a straightforward and informative writing style ;Overviews -a brief introduction to each chapter that positions the topic within the course ;FAQs-frequently asked questions with complete answers-many of which address common mistakes and ambiguities ;Sidebars-text boxes that contain interesting asides touching on history, policy, and law ;visual aids, such as tables and flow charts, that illustrate key concepts ;Chapter Summaries and boldfaced legal terms ;Connections-a bulleted list at the end of each chapter that connects key points to related topics in other chapters ;attractive, uncluttered, two-color page design From contracts teacher and scholar Michael B. Kelly, this widely accessible guide serves as a compass: It orients students in the geography of the field, so they can successfully navigate through their course in Contracts.

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