Java edition of best-selling Walls and Mirrors series for the data structures course. *Provides a firm foundation in data abstraction (the walls), emphasizing the distinction between specification and implementation as the foundation for the object-oriented approach. *Offers extensive coverage of recursion (the mirrors) and uses the technique throughout many examples and exercises. *Introduces analysis of algorithms and Big O notation. *Provides an appendix covering basic Java syntax for those who know a different language or who need a refresher. *Contains many pedagogical study aids such as margin notes, cautionary warnings about common errors, programming projects, specifications for all major ADTs in both English and pseudecode, and self-test exercises with answers. *A proven approach, adapted from the best selling Data Abstraction and Problem Solving with C++.
