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I have always found McPartland's handbook the only one worth having. The handbooks published by NFPA are in my opinion worthless because they are written for people with limited intelligence. The NFPA handbook really just states the obvious.
McPartland's book has always been good because he goes into the background to explain why the crazy things are in the NEC to begin with along with all of the nuances necessary for interpretations. When he retired from EC&M magazine that publication went down hill and I don't even read it anymore. Joe was the backbone of that pub. I've been in this business as an engineer since 1971. My first McPartland book was his 17th edition that covered the 1981 NEC.

The single most important reference in the electrical industry, the National Electrical Code (NEC), is updated every three years and outlines minimum standards for all types of electrical installations.

This book is loaded with solutions designed to provide better safeguards, add greater usability, and bring provisions in line with technology trends. Absolutely a must for anyone involved in electrical design, installation, or inspection, the 2005 NEC provides 100% of the information needed to meet Code® and avoid costly errors in electrical installations of all types.

Every three years the National Electrical Code® is significantly revised to keep pace with technology and enhance protection against electrical fire and shock hazards. This is an valuable reference to help you get in position to advance your knowledge and be prepared with the newest codes.

This book is like an annotated version of the NEC 2005.

The Mcgraw NEC Handbook is as good or better than the NFPA book. Easy to use and understand.

It is an excellent handbook not only for electricians but also for general construction professionals to understand electrical codes.

You never stop learning something new about the electrical code. Right when you think you know it all, thy change it or add something to it or change the interpation. This keeps you on your toes [[ASIN:0071443401 National Electrical Code Handbook (Mcgraw Hill's National Electrical Code Handbook)

One of the best books on the NEC. However I think figures should be better drawn. This would make the book more attractive to first time readers. One of the best things is that it explains the whys of many topics of the NEC.