XHTML and CSS Essentials for Library Web Design (Paperback)

by Michael P. Sauers (Author)

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Stating that many library sites are still created in HTML, an outdated program, the author endeavors to provide librarians the means to update their sites using XHTML (extensible hypertext markup language) and CSS (cascading style sheets), both of which can improve page accessibility and simplify Web design and maintenance. Content is divided into three sections: "XHTML Essentials," "CSS Essentials," and a companion Web site, the latter containing nine reference documents. Chapters address items such as hyperlinks, images, lists, tables, forms, frames, metadata, colors, measurements, positioning, and media types. Text is perfect for the non-expert, with highly readable content and clear explanations that are amply supported by figures, tables, and screen shots. Overall, an excellent guide that offers a fine introduction to beginners and a handy reference source for seasoned Web page designers. Highly recommended. Sean Kinder
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"This book will appeal to and be a useful resource for readers of varying skills, whether they are just getting started in Web design or are experienced but looking to brush up and stay current in their skills."

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Product Details

• Paperback: 349 pages
• Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers (December 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555705049
• ISBN-13: 978-1555705046
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #325,175 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Don't Buy It If You Can Help It, January 10, 2007

By	Potter Fan to the Core (Murray, UT, USA) - See all my reviews

I had to buy this book for a classs I was taking and I wish I could've returned it instead of using it. To give the book some credit, the explanations are easy to understand and the author gives good examples. However, the codes he gives are useless, because most of them are spelled wrong. For a coding that relies on accuracy, this book should have been edited better. My suggestion: Find a different book to teach yourself CSS and XHTML. Pretty much anything would be better than this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear information, effective introduction, January 31, 2009

By	Janie Pickett (Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

While it was one of my more expensive grad course texts, Sauers' book actually allowed me to learn what I needed. It is clear in words and presentation. It tackles the formidable task of making something complex (writing webpage code) and makes it very accessible to the inexperienced. I agree with the publisher's review: "...perfect for the non-expert, with highly readable content and clear explanations ... supported by figures, tables, and screen shots."

My particular grad course paired this text with Castro's text HTML, XHTML, and CSS, Sixth Edition (Visual Quickstart Guide) The two books complement each other nicely and make the world of coding both interesting and do-able.

This web development class was one of the more enjoyable courses in my MLS career -- and this book is one of (few) "keeper" textbooks. With Sauers' slant for libraries, I gained a competency that I was able to implement immediately: a tangible product in a sometimes ephemeral environment.