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by Sham Bhangal
Paperback - 500 pages (November 2000) - Friends of Ed
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Review by hobbes8u
I'm learning Flash and with that comes the anxiety of learning computer coding. Scary business, right? Not now! Actionscript can be pretty intimidating. I know it was for me, but from the moment I opened Foundation Actionscript, I was relieved at how easy it could be. The book reads very well and very simple, teaching the basics and building on that in an efficient manner. This book is a treasure for all Flash-lovers. It makes learning actionscripting a cinch. Before you know it, you're building fun, eye-catching, web pages that you never thought was possible. Don't let actionscript make you feel uncomfortable, ease yourself with Foundation Actionscript.

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by Russell Chun and Rebecca Gulick
400 pages - (December 15, 2000)
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Review by jbelushi98
For anyone with a good grasp of the basics of flash, this book is an indispensable stepping stone. Beginning with the concepts of building complexity and working with video and 3d, it goes on to dive into ActionScripting. From communicating with other programs to manipulating data, this book leads you throught in the clear and insightful methods common to the visual quickstart series. Unlike many flash books, this is not just a display of other artists' work but rather a well organized and structured learning tool.

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by David J. Emberton and J. Scott Hamlin ð
(January 1, 2001)
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Review by CHris
The previous version of this book took the world of Flash development by storm. It was THE book to have for the aspiring Flash designer. But, like all magic, the luster wears off after everyone knows the tricks. Flash 5 Magic is an updated version with lots of new content, but it suffers from many of the same flaws. Much of the content is hard to follow unless you are a seasoned Flash developer. Also, the code is not error free, leaving the reader to scratch their head and wonder why. The sample files in this book are better prepared than any other Flash tome (with the exception the the New Masters book) making it a worthwhile purchase. Of course, expect all the other Flash developers to be able to offer the same tricks within a month...

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by Macromedia Press
352 pages - (December 1, 2000)
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Book Description
Get project-oriented, lesson-based Flash 5 training from the training experts at Macromedia. Macromedia Flash 5 Authorized is the ideal way to learn Flash! Appropriate for both beginners and more experienced Flash Web developers, this book leads readers through a series of manageable, task-oriented lessons, using the practice files from the CD-ROM. By the end of the course, readers will have a thorough understanding of the basics of Flash, and will be able to build Flash projects incorporating sound, interactivity, and engaging animations. More advanced topics, including ActionScripting and video, provide valuable content for more experienced Web developers looking to enhance their Flash skills.

Includes more than 20 hours of hands-on instruction from the training experts at Macromedia. Self-paced, task-oriented lessons ideal for readers who prefer to learn by creating projects, step-by-step. CD-ROM includes practice files, plus a demo version of Flash.

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by Lynn Kyle and karen McLean
254 pages - (December 1, 2000)
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Review by CHris
I would not suggest this book for my worst enemy. It is possibly the worst Flash book available. It is useless as a learning tool and as a reference book. A prime candidate for the recycle bin.

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by Amanda Farr, Patrick Rey, Sham Bhangal
Paperback - 500 pages (November 2000) - Friends of Ed
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Book Description
Foundation Flash 5 assumes no prior knowledge of Flash or web animation. It is not however a 'make-it-simple' and 'leave-out-the-hard-bits' type of computer book. It is for serious web-designers who want to expand their skillset and learn the latest software design tools. The Foundation series does not talk down. It addresses the urgent fact that the techniques underlying the best web design are becoming ever more sophisticated. Foundation Flash 5 takes you where you need to be tomorrow.

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by Lots of people
550 pages Bk & Cd rom edition (October 2000) - Friends of Ed
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Reviewed by: wudaddy
This book shows how various innovative web designers receive their inspirations and demonstrates through tutorials how it was done. Bright pictures, great explainations; I am a big "fan" of Eric Jordan and the first time I saw 2advanced.com, I was blown away. I also have created my own Flash site (not as great as Eric's) but from his inspirations, I have done a pretty fairly good job. Reading what he wrote and learning how it was done was worth the weight of this book! I must have every Flash book in the market and can truely say this is one to have!

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by Katherine Ulrich
464 pages 3rd edition (October 13, 2000)
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Reviewed by: CHris MacGregor (Flash 4 edition)
The Flash 4 Visual QuickStart Guide is the best introductory level book about Flash you can buy. The clear, simple directions will lead even the newest Flash user through the program. From creating, importing and editing graphics to entry level ActionScripting, this book has it all. Best yet, you will understand Flash better with this book than if you read Macromedia's Flash 4 Manual.

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by Derek Franklin, Brooks Patton
Textbook - 488 pages (October 2000) - Peachpit Press
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Reviewed by sushee
I read the first edition, fell in love and got my first contract. This book is another grand slam! I recommend it to all my students. It is not for advanced Flashers. It is the best choice for beginners and is a great reference book. The CD-ROM only is worth every stars. I challenge every beginners to pick up this title and tell me they couldn't create and troubleshoot a Flash site! This book will leave you thirsty for more. You will then be frustrated to realize that there isn't yet a great advanced Flash5 book out there that will match and follow up the quality of this book. If you dont know Flash... buy this one!

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by T. Michael Clark
Paperback - 512 pages (October 2000)
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by Gurdy Leete, Ellen Finkelstein
Paperback - 384 pages w/ CD-ROM (November 2000) - IDG Books
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Review by: Chris MacGregor
The Dummies line of books provides a good introduction for people who are not familliar with a program. Personally I find the books too basic, allowing one to get started, but not learn anything further than the basics. Again I suggest the Visual Quickstart guide as a better, smarter alternative.

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by Emily Weadcock, Glen Weadcock.
Paperback - 224 pages (November 2000) - hungry Minds
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This book is a good reference to the different tools and script functions in Flash 5. With the quality of the Flash 5 documentation (especially the ActionScript book) the only people who will need this are those who do not own the program.

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by Patrica Hartman
Paperback - 304 pages (November 2000) - Sybex, Inc.
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No review at this time. Not to be confused with the visual QuickStart series.

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by Bill Sanders
360 pages Book+CD edition (November 5, 2000) - The Coriolis Group
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Reviewed by: lozboston
This book presents a comprehensive overview of Flash 5 actionscripting. The author uses language that is easy to follow (great for the non-developer types like me) and keeps each lesson interesting. I would recommend this book to anyone new to actionscripting, looking to sharpen their actionscripting skills, or making the transition from Flash 4 to Flash 5.

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by David Karlins
350 pages 1st edition (November 2, 2000) - Que
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Book Description
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Macromedia Flash 5 teaches you the basics of using Flash 5 to create stimulating and action-packed Web pages. Whether you're a novice or more experienced user, this step-by-step, light-hearted approach will ease you into the world of Flash-y Web-page-building--with all the bells and whistles of streaming audio and video.

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by Denise Tyler, Gary Rebholz
Paperback - 256 pages (November 2000)
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How to Use Macromedia Flash 5 visually steps the reader through everything he or she needs to know in order to create and manipulate Web images and animations. Over 100 two-page spreads illustrate and clearly explain each Flash task, from entry-level, beginning concepts to advanced techniques for experienced designers. Illustrations and figures lead the reader through each task with easy-to-follow directions and visual cues. Flash can be a somewhat intimidating program for the beginning user, but How to Use Macromedia Flash 5, with its visual, step-by-step approach, makes it simple to learn the basic techniques involved in using Flash.

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by Phillip Kerman
Paperback - 400 pages (November 17, 2000)
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Book Description
Sams Teach Yourself Macromedia Flash 5 in 24 Hours is specifically written for the new Flash user. Not a revision of a previous book, Phillip Kerman's book begins by covering the basics of Flash 5, including the use of the drawing tools, basic animation skills such as tweening, and putting together simple movies. In the second part, the book covers the more advanced techniques of Flash, including interface design, interactivity, collecting data, and delivering movies to the Internet. The final part of the book takes the reader further into the practical uses of the Flash medium, and includes chapters on developing animation skills, further uses of bitmap graphics, advanced delivery to the Web with preloaders, using Flash in the design of CD ROMs, and using Flash in conjunction with other applications.

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by James L. Mohler
352 pages 1st edition (December 15, 2000)
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Book Description
James Mohler is back. Flash 5: Graphics, Animation & Interactivity gives you everything you need to know to integrate and use Flash on your website. This isn't one of those Flash books with canned projects and way-too-brief descriptions of how things work. This is the real deal, written by one of the country's leading professors, who helps you learn and understand the way Flash works in a straightforward and easy to understand manner. As the book's many fans have noted, it's like "having a teacher right there with you." All of the latest features are covered, with applied exercises to help you integrate what you have read. In addition to complete coverage of the new features, chapters are devoted to preloaders, 3D animation, interactive controls, ActionScript, and FlashScript. This book is the perfect learning tool for anyone who wants to master the awesome power of Flash 5.

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by Prima, Howie Green
Paperback - 600 pages (February 2000) - IDG Books
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Book Description
Flash 5 is a development tool Web site designers use to build interactive, multimedia Web sites. Flash 5 Fast & Easy Web Development demonstrates the many uses for Flash technologies and provides everyday applications. It goes beyond the normal Flash tutorials, taking you through various Flash basics and then using applets on the accompanying CD to show you how they were created. Flash 5 Fast & Easy Web Development contains something for anyone wanting to create dynamic animations and graphics for the Web. Professional designers and beginners alike will profit from the straight-forward information provided in this guide to Flash technology.