Trusts and Equity

by Gary Watt (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2003

  $3.31

  This medium-length textbook has been designed to provide students with a clear step-by-step guide to the typical subject matter of an undergraduate course on trusts and equity. A number of critical perspectives, such as the tension between property and obligations approaches to the trust, are maintained throughout to give overall theoretical coherence to the work. It is intended that by reading the introduction to each chapter in turn the student will appreciate the scope and boundaries of the subject and see connections between chapters even before he or she has engaged with the detailed content. The major focus of the book is upon the law of trusts. Treatment of equitable principles, doctrines, and remedies is distributed throughout the text and illustrated by reference to practical examples involving trusts. This text seeks to give appropriate emphasis to modern trusts in commercial contexts, and contemporary developments in the areas of investment and breach of trust.

• Used

  Paperback
  2008

  $16.09

  Trusts and Equity, 3e provides a detailed and conceptual analysis of an area of law that students sometimes find difficult. Watt concentrates on those areas of the subject that are most relevant in the contemporary arena, such as the commercial context. The author utilises his expertise in teaching, writing and researching to enliven the text with helpful analogies and memorable references to extra-legal sources such as history, literature and film. In this way he also stimulates students to engage critically with the theory. An accompanying Online Resource Centre, drawing together all 3 books written by Gary Watt, includes a sound bite of Gary explaining how the books should be used in teaching and how the web resources complement each book. Students will find the essay questions and problem scenarios together with the guide answers especially useful for reinforcing their learning and supporting their revision. Web links and regular updates ensure that readers have access to the latest developments in the subject.