"This popular and easy to use textbook brings together a selection of the key cases and statutes on tort with linking commentary to place the extracts in context. Other cases are introduced for contrast and comparison, as are extracts from other relevant authorities. The materials in each chapter are prefaced by an introduction to indicate to the reader the notable features of each topic under discussion. The text is particularly designed for student readers and care has been taken to ensure that extracts are of a manageable but informative length. This new edition has been brought fully up to date with important developments in this area."