As an already-experienced programmer, I came to Python via this book and still use it as my primary reference.
As a Python beginner, I had a difficult time with the section on "Slicing a sequence" (p. 47). In particular, a better explanation and examples of negative indicies would be helpful. This is nitpicking in what I consider to be a very good book. I hope the second edition flies. Cheers, Steve -- http://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/python-list
