I borrowed this book out from the library and read it when I was 11, and it was what got me interested in Jesse James. But even for an 11 year old, there just wasn't enough information, that is, if you were or are a curious 11 year old like me. So, I read some other books on him like, Outlaws and Jesse James, by: Marley Brant, both of which i also recommend. But for a child who just wants some background knowledge or doesn't want to get into any gruesome details, this is a good book for them. (personally I think the gruesome details are about the best part, but no nightmares for kids that don't lol)

This is a good, clear, no-nonsense book that assumes the reader has some existing knowledge of lighting techniques and advises on how to adapt to a smaller stage and budget. Hand-drawn diagrams and sketches helpful but sometimes a little too detailed for the technicial novice. No glossary. Absolute beginners might like to try Light on the subject by David Hays instead

THIS BOOK STARTS OUT WELL, AND THEN DEGENERATES INTO ERRORS, ERRORS, ERRORS, AND MORE ERRORS. THE CONCEPTS IN THE LAST FEW CHAPTERS ARE EXPLAINED TERRIBLY. I FEEL GENUINELY SORRY FOR ANYBODY TRYING TO GET AN INTRO TO COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE CONCEPTS BY READING THIS BOOK.