The Directions series has been written with students in mind. The ideal guide as they approach the subject for the first time, this book will help them:- Gain a complete understanding of the topic: we won't overload or leave your students short, just the right amount of detail conveyed clearly- Understand the law in context: with scene-setting introductions and highlighted case extracts, the practical importance of the law becomes clear- Identify when and how to critically evaluate the law: students will be introduced to the key areas of debate and given the confidence to question the law- Deepen and test knowledge: visually engaging learning and self-testing features aid understanding and help students tackle assessments with confidence- Elevate their learning: with the ground-work in place, your students can aspire to take their learning to the next level, with direction provided on how to go further; each chapter also now includes a digging deeper feature to further develop understandingDigital formats and resourcesThe eighth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources.The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access, along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooksThe text is also supported by online resources, which include:- Self-test questions- Guidance on answering essay and problem questions- Web links- Flashcard glossaryAdditional lecturer resources include:- Diagrams from the book