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This book is designed to give the reader a working knowledge of Common LISP. No formal description of the language is attempted. The book emphasizes pragmatic considerations. Programming language idioms, elements of various programming styles, and the actual use of the language are given equal attention.
Certain useful programming language styles are suggested to the reader for consideration. Comments about good and bad programming style are given throughout. These generally derive from observations of LISP programming practice rarther than from stylistic prejudices.
While this document is self-contained, it does not exhaust or fully describe every aspect of Common LISP. The reader may consult Common LISP: The Language by Guy L. Steele, Jr., the bible of specification for all Common LISPs.