Books like Understanding object-oriented programming with Java by Timothy Budd

Thinking in Java is a comprehensive guide that explains the principles, design, and practical use of Java, with challenging exercises and clear examples to deepen understanding.

"While Java texts are plentiful, it is difficult to find one that takes a real-world approach, and encourages novice programmers to build on their Java skills through practical exercise. Written by an expert with 19 years experience teaching computer programming, Java Programming Fundamentals presents object-oriented programming by employing examples taken from everyday life." "The text presents object-oriented design and programming principles in a completely integrated and incremental fashion. It correlates each concept to a real-world application example and then introduces the corresponding Java language construct. The approach continues throughout the book, in that every concept is first introduced through practical examples, followed by short programming tutorials. To round out its coverage, the book provides several case studies, which illustrate various design issues and demonstrate the usefulness of techniques presented throughout the book."--Jacket.

Java in a Nutshell is a concise reference guide for programmers, offering an accelerated introduction to Java 1.4 beta and covering key concepts for developers familiar with C and C++.

Object‑Oriented Analysis and Design with Applications, the third edition by Grady Booch, is a key reference for industrial‑strength software development, updating its core concepts for modern object‑oriented technology.

A comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide to Java programming using Java 5.0, emphasizing object‑oriented concepts and clean design.

Component Software: Beyond Object‑Oriented Programming offers a technical and business guide to component‑based software development, blending practical experience with strategies for successful implementation.