This is the new edition of the leading work on the law and practice of auctions. The book looks at every aspect of auction practice from the economics of auction sales and restrictions on trading to criminal and other liabilities of the auctioneer. There is also a chapter on VAT. There have been important recent developments in the field of consumer protection and the book has been substantially revised to reflect these. In addition to general updating the new edition considers the practice of online auctions for the first time. There is also a section on looted art . The book continues to draw on case law from other common law jurisdictions.

1. The Evolution and Economics of Auction Sales 2. Auctioneers: Restrictions on Trading 3. Capacity and Authority 4. The Rights of an Auctioneer 5. Duties and Liabilities of the Auctioneer 6. Conditions of Sale Affecting Buyers and Bidders 7. Export Licensing 8. Criminal Practices at Auctions and their Consequences 9. Sales of Land by Auction or Tender 10. Vehicle Auctions and Specialized Auctions of Other Property 11. Sales by Vendors in Special Positions 12. Value Added Tax

Brian Harvey , Former Solicitor and Professor of English Law, University of Birmingham School of Law, Franklin Meisel , Barrister and Senior Lecturer, University of Birmingham School of Law

`Review from previous edition ...the authoritative work on English auction law. ... Unlike many legal books it is accessible to the layman and covers most questions asked by buyers, sellers and auctioneers. ...this book should be the first port of call for commentary on the present position.' Antiques Trade Gazette 13/4/1996