3ds Max 8 Bible!

PDF: 1296 pages, Publisher: Wiley; (April 10, 2006), Language: English, ISBN: 0471786187


I'm new to 3ds Max 8, so I bought this book to try and help me learn the program~ This book very well written and goes through all the tools and workings of 3ds max 8 plus some of the more popular plug-ins (afterburn etc.) I would recommend this book for anyone who wants to know the ins and outs of 3ds Max, it's great:-)

Inside, you'll find complete coverage of 3ds Max 8

* Model a detailed creature right away with the Quick Start tutorial
* Add realistic and dynamic hair, fur, and cloth to your models
* Create complex characters with Max's new biped features
* Use the expanded Edit Poly options to work more efficiently with Edge Ring and Edge Loop selections
* Explore Max's new Asset Tracking system including the Autodesk(r) Vault client
* Make texture creation a snap with the new Pelt mapping method and the Render UVW Template feature
* Save, load, and retarget animation files using the supported XML Animation File (XAF) format
* Easily render a series of stills from several angles with the new Batch Render tool