1 Introduction 1
2 The case for harmonising and modernising the law of international trade 28
3 Harmonising and modernising secured transactions law 54
4 National models and replication across international frontiers - Article 9 of the American Uniform Commercial Law and the English common law 80
5 International harmonisation efforts before the UNCITRAL Legislative Guide 102
6 The UNCITRAL Secured Transactions Guide 130
7 The Insolvency Legislative Guide 154
8 Conclusion 182
Index 195