* Condenses an extremely complex subject and focuses on core principles of company law helping students to understand the subject without compromising its academic integrity * Includes analysis of corporate theory, which is often omitted from company law textbooks * Strong pedagogical structure with i) chapter introductions and further reading which will enable students to orientate themselves with the various aspects of company law and provide them with tools for further study; ii) self-test questions which will be an invaluable aid to reinforcing learning and supporting revision and will assist with examination recall New to this edition * Fully updated including coverage of the core duty of loyalty with respect of Directors duties, the Walker report and the first cases to have been heard in light of the Companes Act 2006. * A new accompanying Online Resource Centre providing web links an bibliography The Core Text Series takes the reader straight to the heart of the subject, providing a reliable and invaluable guide for students of law at all levels. Written by leading academics and renowned for their clarity, these concise texts explain the intellectual challenges of each area of the law. Company Law gives an authoritative and accurate account of the key principles and demystifies this complex area of the law without oversimplification. Chapter introductions will orientate readers with the various aspects of company law and further reading will provide the tools for further research and study. Self-test questions are an invaluable aid to reinforcing learning and supporting revision and will assist with examination recall. Online Resource Centre This edition is accompanied by a new Online Resource Centre which provides useful web links from the book and a bibliography to aid further study. Readership: Company law students at undergraduate level, as well as non-law students studying company law as an option on business courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level.