Principles of Object-Oriented Software Development (2nd Edition)
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This edition of Principles of Object-Oriented Software Development (2nd Edition) by Anton Eliens is a history book that adds background to its subject. The copy shown here is 2000 • Addison Wesley Publishing Company • 502 pages.
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Worth a look if you want context, grounding, and a subject that rewards curiosity over speed.
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- You want history told in a readable way.
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- If you need comic relief, the timeline jumps between eras and viewpoints without always marking each shift clearly.
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Exact edition: ISBN-13 9780201398564
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