This definitive introduction and reference teaches programmers the basic and

advanced features of Java. As the creators of the Java programming language,

the authors help programmers understand why Java is such a powerful

language. As a result, the programmers learn how Java is suitable for building a

variety of applications. The authors also provide unique "behind-the-scenes"

insights into how the language was designed and intended to be used.

Thoroughly revised from start to finish, this fourth edition covers all of the

features of J2SE 5.0 release. Updates to the fourth edition of this best-seller

include concise coverage on generics, metadata, autoboxing, enumerations,

enhanced loops, and more.