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+# *Mike Holt's Illustrated Guide to Electrical Estimating*
+
+Holt, C. M. (2023). Mike Holt's Illustrated Guide to Electrical Estimating. Mike Holt Enterprises, Inc
+
+234 page textbook
+
+## Pros
+
+* Attractive design
+* Detailed color illustrations
+* Compelling topic organization and progression
+
+## Cons
+
+* No mention of RFQ process
+
+* Many/most topics are grossly oversimplified
+
+* Tone is undeservedly authoritative and principled,
+  refusing to acknowledge the questions of complexity
+  that the content itself begs
+
+  > "Never make assumptions"
+  > What happens when RFI's go unanswered?
+
+## Best Suited For
+
+* Electricians with no prior estimating experience and no real need of detail
+
+## Overall
+
+This book is far too large in scope to lack the detail it does. The curriculum
+is clearly designed for those unlikely to need or understand its topics