3ds Max 2009 Bible covers both 3ds Max 2009 and 3ds Max 2009 Design and covers:
* Navigating the viewports with the ViewCube, SteeringWheels, and other ways.
* Creating realistic materials with new ProMaterials.
* Using Spline Mapping to improve texture mapping over irregular shaped objects.
* Blending multiple texture maps together with the new Composite Map.
* Creating architectural walkthroughs with the Walkthrough Assistant.