Reinhard Bork presents the fundamental institutions of civil law in his textbook. It is designed to facilitate an introduction to civil law while also serving as a reference work for advanced students and practitioners in the field of the General Part of the German Civil Code (BGB). For the fourth edition, the entire book has been thoroughly revised, incorporating case law and literature that have emerged since the last edition. Additionally, the consideration of the Consumer Rights Directive necessitated significant changes. Bork manages, like no one else, to write a highly specialized textbook while remaining grounded in practical realities. The General Part authored by Bork impresses from beginning to end with its concise and structured presentation, as well as its linguistic clarity.