Bishop, Barnhizer, and Mocsary's Contracts: Cases and Theory of Contractual Obligation, 4th

This book distinguishes itself with a flexible structure that allows for two alternative teaching methods: a traditional formation-first approach or a 'Remedies First' method. Both are designed to 'show the ball,' to enable the student to get more deeply into the challenging material. The unique, detailed organization of the material into a rationalized order helps students see the relationship of the individualized parts to the whole. Framed broadly as 'The Law of Private Obligations,' the text integrates cases that cover multiple issues simultaneously, allowing students to see the 'forest' of contract law amidst the 'trees' of individual doctrines. Beyond well-selected cases, the book provides cogent author-written introductions and scholarly material that ground students in both historical development and legal theory. Each case is followed by notes and questions, including ethical notes, designed to extend student thinking and reasoning on key related topics.