--- product_id: 7095641 title: "Java Illuminated: ." price: "985 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7095641-java-illuminated store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # Java Illuminated: . **Price:** 985 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Java Illuminated: . - **How much does it cost?** 985 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7095641-java-illuminated) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Java Illuminated: .: 9781449632014: Computer Science Books @ desertcart.com Review: Great Book - I transferred schools between Java I and Java II classes. Of course different school, different text, now I'm not complaining, but it does give me an opportunity to compare the two textbooks. My previous school used the "Starting Out with Java" by Tony Gaddis. This book, while informative and chocked full of Java programming goodness, it is difficult to read and is reminiscent of computer programming texts written in the 1970's and 1980’s by computer programmers for computer programmers. Java Illuminated uses a different approach. The authors simplify things into small digestible chunks that are easy to take in and understand the first time you read it. The best way to learn to program is to write programs! While both books provide example code, the Gaddis' text is sometimes confusing because it leaves out some code or over complicates the code. Java Illuminated also provides a plethora of examples and programming exercises that are designed to reinforce the subject at hand. But the author's use of the example code is to the point and very easy to understand and they never skip steps or omit code. I did not find the book to be overly priced. Many students, myself included, have found on numerous occasions that the required textbook for a class exceeds $480! Yes, for one book and with no used copies available. So, a text costing $100 to $150 for a new book is really not that bad. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for, and support the College Open Textbook Community. My only complaint is that there is no electronic version of the book. I'm of the mindset that all textbooks should be available in print and multiple electronic formats (Kindle, PDF, iPad, etc...). If you are a professor or teacher looking for a new Java programming text, this should be it! Review: Cheaper than the bookstore - A new copy of this is cheaper than both a new and a used copy of it in my university's book store. I bought a new one because my major includes Java, so having a reference is nice. As for it's contents I haven't gone too deep in it but so far I think it's descriptive and the CD that comes with it can help you set up if you don't know what sort of tools to use to start writing code. The key it has has some problems for you to do on a website that can be good for both self-service and classroom-setting homework. I would've preferred a hard cover version but this'll do. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (34) | | Dimensions | 7.25 x 1.75 x 9 inches | | Edition | 3rd | | ISBN-10 | 1449632017 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1449632014 | | Item Weight | 3 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 1256 pages | | Publication date | February 1, 2011 | | Publisher | Jones & Bartlett Learning | ## Images ![Java Illuminated: . - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91RPJc2KxHL.jpg) ![Java Illuminated: . - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/918m5tseghL.jpg) ![Java Illuminated: . - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91OwjxOeX6L.jpg) ![Java Illuminated: . - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91PQBS4WhhL.jpg) ![Java Illuminated: . - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91d5hCwrdRL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Book *by S***E on March 5, 2014* I transferred schools between Java I and Java II classes. Of course different school, different text, now I'm not complaining, but it does give me an opportunity to compare the two textbooks. My previous school used the "Starting Out with Java" by Tony Gaddis. This book, while informative and chocked full of Java programming goodness, it is difficult to read and is reminiscent of computer programming texts written in the 1970's and 1980’s by computer programmers for computer programmers. Java Illuminated uses a different approach. The authors simplify things into small digestible chunks that are easy to take in and understand the first time you read it. The best way to learn to program is to write programs! While both books provide example code, the Gaddis' text is sometimes confusing because it leaves out some code or over complicates the code. Java Illuminated also provides a plethora of examples and programming exercises that are designed to reinforce the subject at hand. But the author's use of the example code is to the point and very easy to understand and they never skip steps or omit code. I did not find the book to be overly priced. Many students, myself included, have found on numerous occasions that the required textbook for a class exceeds $480! Yes, for one book and with no used copies available. So, a text costing $100 to $150 for a new book is really not that bad. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for, and support the College Open Textbook Community. My only complaint is that there is no electronic version of the book. I'm of the mindset that all textbooks should be available in print and multiple electronic formats (Kindle, PDF, iPad, etc...). If you are a professor or teacher looking for a new Java programming text, this should be it! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cheaper than the bookstore *by R***I on September 13, 2013* A new copy of this is cheaper than both a new and a used copy of it in my university's book store. I bought a new one because my major includes Java, so having a reference is nice. As for it's contents I haven't gone too deep in it but so far I think it's descriptive and the CD that comes with it can help you set up if you don't know what sort of tools to use to start writing code. The key it has has some problems for you to do on a website that can be good for both self-service and classroom-setting homework. I would've preferred a hard cover version but this'll do. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Warning make sure you purchase the right book *by K***C on October 17, 2014* So I bought this book right through this product page. About a month into my class I find out there's two different versions of the book, The regular version and an abridged or brief edition. This abridged edition does not contain the last 5 chapters: exceptions and input/output, GUI, recursion, data structures, running time analysis. Fortunately I was able to return the book in the return period but don't make the same mistake I did. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7095641-java-illuminated](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7095641-java-illuminated) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-04-28*