Part 1 - Introduction and the Acquisition of Land Chapter 1 - Land Law – Some Basic Concepts Chapter 2 - Estates and Interests in Land – An Historical Perspective Chapter 3 - Estates and Interests in Land: A Modern Perspective Chapter 4 - An Outline of the Conveyancing Process and Unregistered Land Chapter 5 - Registered Land   Part 2 - The Estates in Land Chapter 6 - Leasehold Estates in Land Chapter 7 - Commonhold Chapter 8 - Licences and Proprietary Estoppel Chapter 9 - Adverse Possession    Part 3 - The Ownership of Land Chapter 10 - Successive Interests in Land Chapter 11 - Co-ownership I – The Structure Chapter 12 - Co-Ownership 2 – The Acquisition of a Beneficial Interest   Part 4 - The Interests in Land Chapter 13 - Leasehold Covenants Chapter 14 - Freehold Covenants Chapter 15 - Easements and Profits à Prendre Chapter 16 - Mortgages

‘Richards has managed to combine an analytical approach with a pleasant narrative style... A well structured and highly accessible book.’ Keith Gompertz, Senior Lecturer in Law, Coventry University   ‘This text will be useful for both undergraduates and postgraduates studying Land Law. The patient coverage of detail will be invaluable and the author provides clarity and insight into the technical operation of the law, alongside its practical application to the parties.’  Lucy Barnes, Lecturer in Law, University of East Anglia     Land Law, part of the Foundations series, offers a comprehensive, clear and straightforward account of the law ideal for LLB or GDL/CPE students and those studying Land Law as part of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives Level 6 examinations. Readers will gain a firm grasp of the essential concepts as well as an awareness of important developments in the law.   Each text in the Foundations series is rich in learning features designed to illuminate complex legal principles and promote solid understanding and confidence in legal study: · Chapter aims and objectives outline from the start what you will learn in each chapter. · Case summaries highlight the central themes of key cases in the subject, clearly set apart from the surrounding text. · Chapter summaries draw together the main concepts covered in each chapter, cementing understanding. · Further reading lists at the end of each chapter direct students to subject-specific resources to enrich understanding. · Marginal cross-references help the reader make connections within the text and aid understanding of how the material fits together. · Figures and diagrams help strengthen understanding of complex legal processes. · Glossary of important legal terms provides a handy reference tool. · Easy-to-read layout and attractive design promote comprehension.     A brand new text in the series, written by series editor and author of Law of Contract Paul Richards, this text applies the accessible but detailed style of the Foundations series to the complex subject of land law.   ABOUT THE AUTHOR Paul Richards was formerly Head of the School of Law at the University of Huddersfield. He has had many years of experience as a university lecturer in contract law, land law and trusts, and has acted as external examiner at numerous university law schools and various examining bodies.     Use the power of MyLawChamber to accelerate your learning. You need both an access card and a course ID to access MyLawChamber:    Is your lecturer using MyLawChamber? Ask your lecturer for your course ID. Has an access card been included with the book? Check the inside back cover of the book. If you have a course ID but no access card, go to: http://www.mylawchamber.com to buy access to this interactive study programme.

Each text in the Foundations series is rich in learning features designed to illuminate complex legal principles and promote solid understanding and confidence in legal study:   · Chapter aims and objectives outline from the start what you will learn in each chapter. · Case summaries highlight the central themes of key cases in the subject, clearly set apart from the surrounding text. · Chapter summaries draw together the main concepts covered in each chapter, cementing understanding. · Further reading lists at the end of each chapter direct students to subject-specific resources to enrich understanding. · Marginal cross-references help the reader make connections within the text and aid understanding of how the material fits together. · Figures and diagrams help strengthen understanding of complex legal processes. · Glossary of important legal terms provides a handy reference tool. · Easy-to-read layout and attractive design promote comprehension.