Hamilton and Freer's The Law of Corporations in a Nutshell, 6th

Completely revised and updated, and conversational in tone, this book features illustrative hypotheticals. It is comprehensive but concise, with organization following the life cycle of the corporation—from formation through dissolution. It addresses the theory of the firm and the nuts-and-bolts of corporate law, including special issues raised in closely held and public corporations. Up-to-date discussion of Sarbanes-Oxley and federal securities law provide broad background. Even sociology majors need not fear the discussion of financial concepts, which are set up with helpful examples.