Hacking Java: The Java Professional's Resource Kit

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Summary: Excellent book
Review: I really liked this book. It deals with very important topics from basic to quite advanced in a very straightforward manner. I use it all the time.

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Summary: A must-have for any Java programmer
Review: This is an excellent book. There are many topics covered in a straightforward manner that you won't find anywhere else. Many clever solutions - I learned a lot from using this book and I've been programming in Java for a while. One of the few computer books worth the steep price.

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Summary: Great value for intermediate/advanced
Review: You will not be sorry if you buy this book. The book uses a straightforward approach to some of the complicated as well as simple issues. The book is very well organized, and explanations are very clear. I would not recommend it for the beginners, but even if you are just getting comfortable with Java, this book would be an excellent value. CD that comes with this book is also very helpful.