''DesignPatternsExplained: A New Perspective on Object Oriented Design'' is a book written by AlanShalloway and JamesTrott.

[ISBN: 0201715945]

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The Amazon reviews recommend it for people new to DesignPatterns.
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Combines the principles of object-oriented programming with the power of design patterns to create a new environment for software development. 

Stresses the importance of analysis and design, showing how patterns can facilitate that process.
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See also DesignPatterns and DesignPatternsBook.