Description
Book SynopsisAuthoritative, analytical, and concise, McFarlane, Hopkins and Nield's Land Law provides succinct coverage on the core areas without sacrificing depth or detail. The authors' unique approach to land law arms students with the tools to apply an independent, critical thought process to the content covered in classes and assessments.
Trade ReviewExceptionally clear, structured presentation of issues. Strikes a good balance between description and analysis, painting a comprehensive picture of the debates. * Dr Aruna Nair, Lecturer in Property Law, King's College London *
Encourages students to think at a sophisticated level but takes them gently by the hand so they can reach these heights comfortably. * Dr Jane Bryan, Principal Teaching Fellow, University of Warwick *
Concise and precise. The book is fresh and brings a new approach to land law, exploring the elements in a clear and focused way, making it easy for students to grasp both the essential points and the importance of this subject area. * Dr Thomas Dunk, Lecturer, University of Hertfordshire *
Table of Contents1: What is land law? 2: Human rights 3: Personal rights and property rights 4: Registered title and the acquisition of legal estates 5: The acquisition of equitable interests 6: Trusts of land 7: Leases 8: Mortgages and security interests in land 9: Easements 10: Freehold covenants 11: The defences question 12: Concepts and contexts