This is the best java book u will read out in the market it will not only change the way you think in java but also make you more productive in java I have read the 3rd edition and not fourth but Bruce Eckel is best entire book

At first sight, the size of paperback deterred me but once I started reading I got totally immersed in text.
This is one of the best books for Java beginners as it covers the basic fundamentals for each topic well in depth. After laying the foundation with Java basics, this book covers many advanced concepts also with same precision.

Bruce Eckel is wonderful writer with great command over the subject as well as extra ordinary ability to convey the same to the readers.

I can't forget the A...

Read some 5 chapters , and i can bet that it is the best java book i have read in my career.Must for anyone looking to have strong core and advance java concepts.
Concepts like Collection and NIO are covered in great depth and hands on exercises add fun and learning.
Overall a complete package.

I am sure Bruce Eckel must be a riligious person .He has written this excellent book on java.It contains through explanation of concepts.Examples are logical.I am willing to see such books on python and perl.I am indebted.I am hoping to build a perfect application on reading this book.

Any one who is looking for indepth knowledge of Java, this Book is perfect match for the person.
Pros
1) Logically well build
2) Indepth analysis of examples is given
3) Exercise are good
4) Must read before any interview specially collection frame work

When I heard this name from my friend, I thought it would be yet another book like other Java books around in the market. But this one is better than many I read. Thinking in Java makes you to think like Java where you go... be it restaurant, college or office. Good book to read.
Delivered it with nice packing... Thanks to Flipkart.

Clearly author has justified why java ? not other language ..
Book really explain every aspect of java and explanation is really good .It covers part of data structure and algorithms too ..
for me its best java book at present in the market .

First of all, i highly recommend not to go through this book, if your are completely new to java.... as being a novice you might not be able to absorb the in-depth concept of java....
If you have enough basics and want to advance your concept further, this is the best selection.....
U will need to have extreme patience while studying this book, since every topic is explained in detailed but very lucid manner.....
Only thing i can say about the author ie Eckel Bruce that either he has taken ex...

Very good book with nice content. I have read so many book and I'm experienced person in JAVA technology. But this is best for beginner as well as Advance..
IBM also suggest this book for interview..

Gives an indepth description of all the java concepts with completely working java sample code for various topics. One of the best books I have bought ever. Thanks a lot to the authors for their effort.