I initially hated the book. I though its attention to detail was anal at best. But if you took the time to read it all, it really did cover a lot and I felt that I had a solid and complete understanding of the concepts (not a feeling I get when reading most other books).
True it didn't cover the advanced stuff which is why I bought 'Advanced Java How to Program' as well.
True it didn't cover the advanced stuff which is why I bought 'Advanced Java How to Program' as well.