Multivariate Statistical Methods: A Primer, Third Edition

Rating:
Summary: Good balance of text, equations and references
Review: Unlike the full textbooks which slog through the material, Manly briskly moves along through the topics and illustrates the techniques with real numbers. References to the original papers are available as are hint for computer support -- which are sadly dated (Lotus 1-2-3?). Lightweight, easy to read on the bus, and nicely typeset.