This is one of the first "general" digital photography books I've read that isn't specific to my camera. I'd heard many good reviews on Kelby's series, so I knew going into it that I'd get some good advice and information.

This book is extremely well-written - not a stuffy textbook written with explanations of aperture, shutter speed and exposure compensation that would put an amateur photographer to sleep; rather, Kelby uses humor and "recipes" to show tips on how best to set up shots. His approach is to show the reader what it would be like to be on a shoot with him - the situations one might encounter, and the subsequent advice he would give. I learned a lot of really interesting tips and tricks on how to approach my shoots, what will make my photos look sharper, and how to better compose them.

One of the best parts of the book is the way it is set up - each chapter covers a main idea, with each page breaking down one tip or one concept. Each page has a new idea or a new setting to try out.

I'm looking forward to reading volumes 2 & 3...and to get back out with my camera and try what I've already learned!