Search Engines

Search Engine Optimization For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))
$29.99

I felt that the book was very well written and informative. just the information that I was looking for

Understanding Search Engines: Mathematical Modeling and Text Retrieval (Software, Environments, Tools), Second Edition
$37.00
This book is condensed knowladge about the topic of search engines - but only the basics. I am very dissapointed because I thought I will see something special, inspiring.
This book is good for beginners in search engines field but not for the money it costs now.

Search Engine Optimization: Your Visual Blueprint for Effective Internet Marketing
$29.99
I already had some experience with SEO before I bought this book, having run a website for over a year. This book is a great resource because it covers all the basics and give lots of hints and tricks for more expert SEO practitioners.

I like the visual style of the book, which gives hands-on information and guides to current websites and web services.

The author is obviously very credible in the space, which helps in such a fast-evolving area.

Search Engine Optimization All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers))
$39.99
Excellent. Includes lots of solid information I haven't found elsewhere. I plan to spend lots of time implementing his suggestions on my very large (1000+ page) web site.

The author wrote this book in part to promote his subscription-based SEO tools. That's OK, but the reader needs to take into account that the author has an agenda other than writing a helpful book.