Java

This is the up-to-date, practical guide to Java you’ve been looking for! Whether you’re a beginner, you’re switching to Java from another language, or you’re just looking to brush up on your Java skills, this is the only book you need. You’ll get a thorough grounding in the basics of the Java language, including classes, objects, arrays, strings, and exceptions. You'll also learn about more advanced topics: threads, algorithms, XML, JUnit testing, and much more. This book belongs on every Java programmer's shelf!
Highlights:

Classes and objects Arrays Exception handling Object-oriented programming Characters and strings Generics Class library Concurrent programming Data structures Lambda expressions JUnit testing JDK tools