@mapleoin, @rhizome31, @wilduck: yep, that's another list, for "expert Python readers". i would like to add that at some point, but my editorial constraints were 1500 words or so. i'd also like to review all those before making suggestions too. i think you're right in that there's probably some overlap with mark's book, but our writing styles are very different (check Amazon reviews for more details), and i've tried to add more contemporary applications in this edition of Core Python.

@ashconnor: that's another valid type of reading list. in this one, i think i compiled 3 discrete lists instead of your more progressive idea, which is a good one. i'd like to see what's in your list. as far as the overlap is concerned, yes, you're right about that as far as the material goes, however the delivery is different and suited to a variety of reader types.