This book provides a thorough coverage of the theoretical as well as the practical aspects of object-oriented programming in the C++ language. Though intended as a book for beginners, this book equips the readers with enough expertise to enable them to write their own programs. The first four chapters of the book explain the language features that are common to both C and C++ languages and form a strong basis to build upon. The rest of the book explains and illustrates object-oriented programming in C++ in a simple, yet interesting manner. Students of computer science and engineering, and those pursuing MCA and IT courses will find this book immensely helpful in understanding the theoretical aspects of object-oriented programming and in developing skills for writing programs. In addition, any reader who is interested in learning object-oriented programming in C++ will benefit by reading this book.