Hanbury & Martin: Modern Equity

Author: Jill Martin

Price: £33.95

Edition: 18th Edition (March 2009)

ISBN: 978-1-847-03512-7

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Unlike many subjects, equity is predominantly a creature of case law (regulated by some statutory provisions) rather than a creature of statute.  It is therefore more important than ever for students and practitioners to have an authoritative guide to the various rules and cases.  Fortunately, Hanbury & Martin: Modern Equity provides exactly this.

Written by an experienced and highly regarded equity and trusts lawyer, Hanbury & Martin: Modern Equity is separated into four parts: introduction; trusts and powers; trustees; and miscellaneous equitable doctrines and remedies. Each chapter is then sub-divided into distinct chapters.  This approach allows the material to be focused and quickly found.

Hanbury & Martin: Modern Equity is clearly and concisely written meaning that even complex principles are easily explained. The material is also well broken-up meaning it is in fairly small and manageable sections: this helps the reader understand the material. Similarly, the text's written style is both easy to read and enjoyable meaning a subject which is often criticised for being stuffy and boring is quite the opposite.

For anyone struggling with this important area of law or wanting a thought-provoking and engaging account of the law, they need look no further than Hanbury & Martin: Modern Equity. It is impressively written and, once you delve into the text, you can quickly understand why it is a favourite amongst academics and practitioners. Its price, at less than £35, also makes it extremely competitive.

Reviewed on 22 March 2009

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