good c++ book

[gammaman]

I am looking for a good C++ book to "reteach and refresh" my skills. I have been programming for many years but have not touched C++ in quite some time, probably close to 5 years. The last time I programmed in C++ was when C++ books discussed the idea of OOP at the end of the book. What I am looking for is a good book that I can use to reteach myself. Something that is not to basic but yet briefly touches these topics before discussing the "good stuff". The book should also introduce OOP at the beginning. I can tell you off the bat that I hate the "deitel" series and the Sams series, so those books are out of the question. Any other book suggestions would be appreciated.

[laserlight]

Try Accelerated C++ by Koenig and Moo.

[Brad Jones]

I can tell you off the bat that I hate the "deitel" series and the Sams series, so those books are out of the question. Any other book suggestions would be appreciated.

Ouch....

Brad!
(Author of Sams books.... )

[gammaman]

Ouch....

Brad!
(Author of Sams books.... )

Well the main reason why I hate their series is because every book, no matter what the language uses that stupid grade book example. All the authors do is expand upon this same example as they explain new topics. If you ask me, this is a very poor way to learn something.