: While it covers the basics well, it barely touches on advanced subjects like character animation armatures or in-depth UV mapping. Review: Blender Foundations (Second Edition)
: You start with the basics of the interface and progress through modeling two different boats, eventually animating a sloop in an ocean scene.
: Each project task ends with a summary of what you achieved and a reference list of all shortcuts and tools used.
: Reviewers note the ebook version features clear, full-color pictures that are easier to interpret than the printed graphics.
Searching for "Blender Second Edition" generally points to by Gordon Fisher or Blender Foundations: The Essential Guide to Learning Blender 2.6 by Roland Hess. Both are highly-regarded resources for those starting their 3D journey. Review: Blender 3D Basics Beginner's Guide Second Edition
This book is a step-by-step tutorial designed for absolute beginners to create a fully animated 3D nautical scene.
: It covers modeling (Box Modeling, Subdivision Surfaces), materials, movie lighting theory, and camera work.