This text offers a logical, building-block approach to mastering ANSI C. Each concept is presented singly and completely before moving on to the next, assuring a steady progression of learning. Nuts 'n' Bolts features throughout explain the mechanical underpinnings of the language. Execution Charts trace example program execution line by line, variable by variable, with explanations for each line. An innovative but intuitive treatment of pointers guides students past this rough spot. There are numerous examples in the text, and three levels of exercises at the end of each chapter.