Java: A Beginner's Guide by Herbert Schildt [Repost]

This book will move - author Herb Schildt is far and away the top-selling programming author on the planet. It is estimated that by the end of 2003 there will be 4 million Java developers. Essential skills-builder provides a ground-up approach to the basics of Java 2 that includes proven pedagogy. It is a great series designed to show even complete novices how to program with Java 2.