This book is solid. The language is not overly academic while conveying textbook type information in a semi novel type format - easy to read and thoroughly enjoyable. The book is excellent for people new to project management because it is comprehensive without being overly technical, that is, it covers a broad range of topics and ties them together to present a holistic approach to project management. For this reason it would serve well for corporate training programs. Counter to that, the book is also a "should read" for top managers - to remind them of their role in creating a sound project management environment.