Legal Theory & Systems, Alfred Denning, Judges, Great Britain, Jurisprudence 

"The underlying theme of this book is that the principles of law laid down by the Judges in the 19th century--however suited to social conditions of the time--are not suited to the social necessities and social opinion of the 20th century. They should be moulded and shaped to meet the needs and opinions of today. The Discipline of Law is a fascinating account of Lord Denning's personal contribution to the changing face of the law in this century."--Publ. descr. 

Contents:
Part One. The Construction of Documents -- Introduction -- 1. Command of language -- 2. The interpretation of statutes -- 3. The interpretation of wills and other unilateral documents -- 4. The construction of contracts -- 5. Looking for help -- Part Two. Misuse of Ministerial Powers -- Introduction -- 1. Deciding wrongly -- 2. Clauses ousting the courts -- 3. Declarations -- 4. Other points on tribunals -- 5. Administrative decisions -- 6. Clauses giving unfettered discretion -- 7. Prerogative power -- 8. The Ultra Vires clause -- Part Three. Locus Standi -- Introduction -- 1. Modern extensions -- 2. The cases -- 3. Declaration and injunction -- 4. The remedy of judicial review -- 5. Private rights -- 6. The case -- Part Four. Abuse of 'Group' Powers -- Introduction -- 1. Powers against own members -- 2. Powers against other persons Conclusion -- Part Five -- Introduction -- 1. The case Conclusion -- Part Six. Negligence -- Introduction -- 1. Leading up to -- 2. Doctors at law -- 3. The impact of -- 4. Houses falling down -- 5. Innocent representation made actionable -- 6. Surprising consequences Conclusion -- Part Seven. The Doctrine of Precedent -- Introduction -- 1. The doctrine of precedent -- Conclusion -- Epilogue. 

Includes bibliographical references and index.