Finding the right law textbook can be overwhelming with so many options available. Whether it’s for exams or assignments, hence, having the right material becomes a necessity. EBC offers a vast and credible collection of legal content tailored to specific topics. Here are 10 textbooks from the EBC Webstore to make your search easier.
by C K Takwani
An overall guide for fundamental principles of civil procedure and that too in a minimal pricing, can be something you are looking for. Civil Procedure by C.K. Takwani, being a bestselling material in textbooks, has helped a lot of students with their respective queries. The topic-wise treatment of the subject, along with references to academic writings and judicial decisions, makes the study of civil procedure more meaningful and comprehensible. One exceptional feature that the book entails is its inclusion of case laws, references, and lucid language, which aid in understanding the complexities of Civil Procedure.
REVIEW:
“The clarity of thought and lucidity in style differentiate a masterly author from a compiler of monotonous facts. Among the multitude of Indian law books whose hallmark is lack of originality and clarity the present work stands apart for its lucidity, clarity and novelty.”
–– Academy Law Review
by Siddharth Raja, Dharmendra Chatur, Saranya Mishra
With the constantly updating world, one is always looking for a material with fresh content. Avtar Singh’s Company Law, here, provides a similar kind of content with a lot of amendments done in the statutory regime governing companies in recent times. This book, being found under the collection of Business Law, has almost 800+ pages, which closely delivers everything that one might want to know about topics like Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law or more.
REVIEW:
“This book has become immortal like the classic books written by Mulla. For a student of company law, there is no better way to begin than to first read the book by Dr Avtar Singh.”
– Arvind P. Datar
Senior Advocate, Madras High Court
3- Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract & Specific Relief
by Rajesh Kapoor
This one book can be your encyclopedia when it comes to contract law. A straightforward approach, a lucid style, and thorough research, these 3 key features of the book may become a helping hand in your leftover research for a good textbook. The writer has done a commendable job in explaining the terminology of contract law in Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract. The book includes specific contracts such as Contract of Indemnity, Guarantee, Bailment, Pledge, Agency.
REVIEW:
“This book on the Law of Contract by Avtar Singh, a distinguished author is more comprehensive than an equivalent American book as it covers additional topics such as agency, some aspects of partnerships, bank guarantees and bailment.”
– Law Books in Review, USA
4-Vepa P. Sarathi’s Interpretation of Statutes
by Dama Seshadri Naidu
This clear and coherent work of Dama Seshadri Naidu has resonated with the readers’ choice as seen in most of the feedback given for the book. The book unravels that the author strongly advocates the rule to consider all the material relevant to the enactment, especially preparatory works, and find out precisely what is the object of the Statute.
REVIEW:
“A glance at the contents of the book, and a perusal of its important discussions bear testimony to the industry, diligence, spirit of academic inquiry, objective approach, and thoroughness which have inspired Mr Sarathi’s study of the interpretation of statutes.”
– P.B. Gajendragadkar
Former Chief Justice of India
5-R V Kelkar’s Criminal Procedure
by K.N. Chandrasekharan Pillai
With the help of this book, author K.N. Chandrasekharan Pillai has tried to lure the reader by showing some newer aspects of the Code with a view to fostering new thinking in the light of new developments so that criminal procedure law may grow in tune with the times. At a very minimal pricing, the book cleverly covers all the significant Criminal Procedures.
REVIEW:
“Mr. Kelkar has brought a fresh approach to this book while dealing with the subject of criminal procedure. There is a topic-wise arrangement of the subject matter and analysis of the relevant sections connected with each topic.”
– Justice H.R. Khanna
6-V N Shukla’s Constitution of India
by Mahendra P Singh
This book has proven to be a historical gem when it comes to mentioning significant amendments made in the Constitution. V N Shukla, a renowned writer in the year has started this legacy, which is now continued by Mahendra P Singh, by updating all the recent changes made in the Constitution. This book will be immensely valuable for anyone interested in learning about Indian Constitutional law. Information from Fundamental Rights to articles related to Elections, everything in just 1200 pages.
REVIEW:
“Professor Singh is to be congratulated for maintaining the impetus of research and revision necessary for successive editions of a book which is extremely useful for the purposes of reference and teaching.”
– Cambridge Law Journal, U.K.
7- Lectures on Administrative Law
by C K Takwani
In light of the latest legal trends, this piece by C.K. Takwani has proven to be a bible for law enthusiasts. When it comes to core information about subjects like principles of natural justice, the doctrine of judicial review, and judicial remedies, with reference to relevant case law, this book can really enhance the reader’s knowledge with the perk of easily comprehensible language.
REVIEW:
“Mr Takwani (Justice C.K. Thakker), who has valuable experience both as lawyer and professor, has really prepared a useful and informative book on the subject. Topical discussion, profuse quotations and wealth of information has enriched the utilitarian aspect of the book.”
– D.A. Desai
Judge, Supreme Court of India
8- Legal Research: Approaches, Methods and Techniques
by K I Vibhute
Constantly brainstorming to make that one research perfect? Well, this one book by K I Vibhute can be a chef’s kiss when it comes to dos and don’ts of legal research. From various sampling techniques to what approaches one may use for research, everything can be seen in this book, with the detail that includes only 300-something pages.
REVIEW:
“The book aims at equipping researchers with a proper understanding of the ways of conducting legal research most efficiently and is successful in providing the best of lessons for the same. Prof. Vibhute deserves to be profusely congratulated for gifting a greatly useful intellectual instrument to the legal world, where books on legal research by Indian authors is scarce. “
– P. Ishwara Bhat
Former Vice-Chancellor, W.B. NUJS, Kolkata
Karnataka State Law University
9- Banking and Negotiable Instruments
by Avtar Singh
A thorough description of various aspects of law related to Banking can be seen in this book. The book will be of immense use for students of LL.B. and LL.M., bankers, financial institutions, and businessmen. The book has been divided into 3 parts to make the information easily understandable for the reader.
REVIEW:
“Avtar Singh displays an amazing capacity… It goes to his credit for presenting a comprehensive picture reflecting clarity of thought and analysis of the subject.”
– Lex Et Juris
10-V.D. Mahajan’s Jurisprudence and Legal Theory
by V B Coutinho
The Latin equivalent of ” jurisprudence” is jurisprudential, which means either “knowledge of the law” or “skill in law”. This book can be a useful tool for a reader in understanding the psychology of law. Via this book, the author has made an excellent attempt to explain the legal concepts and the theories of law, including its sources, in simple and understandable language.
REVIEW:
“The author has been successful in achieving his aim of providing an elementary book in simple and understandable language. Index and the suggested readings, given separately at the end of each chapter, for further material on the topics discussed, add to its utility and supply additional food for study and thought about law and legal science.”
– Review Projector
In a sea of legal literature, finding the right book can truly shape your academic journey. These carefully curated textbooks from EBC offer clarity, depth, and relevance for every law student’s need. Whether you’re prepping for exams or diving deep into research, the right guide makes all the difference. So, explore, invest, and let these books be your trusted companions in law school and beyond.