This extensively revised edition of Harvey and Meisel's valuable specialized work describes and analyses the law as it applies to auctions and sales. As such it will appeal to anyone connected with the auctioneering world, including agricultural auctioneers, car auctioneers, property auctioneers, and fine art auctioneers. This edition includes analysis of new English cases and the growing body of European and international law affecting auctions and sales. It is both a practical book of reference and a serious academic study of a neglected yet fascinating subject.