HTML, XHTML, and CSS, Sixth Edition
by Elizabeth Castro
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Book Reviews of HTML, XHTML, and CSS, Sixth Edition
Book Review: Great for those that need to know.
Summary: 4 Stars
The author "breaks-down" what (x)html is and what it isn't--in a manner that an absolute beginner would appreciate and for those that was poorly introduced to it (you know some, but it's sloppy) this book is for you.
From what I have read so far, I have enjoyed learning xhtml and css. I have bought many books on html and css and this book is the first book you should read before taking on deeper web-related languages.
You will get your money's worth, especially when the author says that you need to add a space after... most would assume that the reader will really scrutinize but Castro doesn't; what a joy it is to have a complete and thoughtful facilitator.
Book Review: Exelent and very clearly written
Summary: 5 Stars
What Elizabeth Castro writes in her introduction:
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"HTML, is not hard to learn or master. "
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Is very true with the help of this excellent book. After having red the book I decided NOT to buy expensive and complicated software and write my WEB page directly in XHTML, using CSS style sheets. And because I wrote my WEB page directly in XHTML, I have the feeling I have far more control over my page, because I know and understand all the codes. I didn't loose time and energy learning a new piece of software, all that time and energy was directed at understanding how a WEB page is really made and really functions.
Alexander Halkema
Book Review: Far and away the best book for everyone!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is simply the best HTML and CSS book. It has basically everything you need to know, with easy-to-find, easy-to-understand, and concise descriptions. It it not "web for dummies," rather, it is a very sophisticated and realistic approach to HTML and CSS, without a lot of hype or self-promotion. If you want to hear people wax poetical about the "EM" unit, you can get the book by Lie & Bos, but I think Castro's book is far more useful. She gives links to many web sites to help with more advanced stuff (Javascript, etc.), which is nice, but the book itself is incredibly comprehensive. And the layout of the book is a model for all instructional texts. A winner!Book Review: HTML, XHTML & CSS
Summary: 4 Stars
This book is really well written and gave me confidence that I could build a web site for myself. Ms. Castro has taken each building block carefully and walked the reader through the steps with examples at each level. What I really liked was that she continually provides reminders of previously covered details and notes places later in the text where more details will emerge. Also, she provides a continuous example that matures slowly with the text. That way the reader can concentrate on the new information at each phase of the site construction. This is a very useful text and even written in a personable style. Give it a try if you're a complete novice as I was.Book Review: Great book for HTML and CSS beginner
Summary: 4 Stars
I have been a fan of peachpit press for years, and this book has a lot going for it. As a beginner, I was quickly able to establish a foundation that I am building on. I strongly recommend this book to anyone BEFORE they buy a Dreamweaver book. In other words, get comfortable with handcoding html and css before you even think about dreamweaver. There are also excellent sections on organizing a website, attracting visitors, etc.
WARNING: The binding has fallen apart on my book making it a hassle to use. This is an issue that is evidently common with peachpit books. I am in touch with the publisher to get another, and hopefully they will come through.