The first three chapters of this latest volume, Annual Reports in Organic Synthesis (2003) , are organised by reaction type. Later chapters deal with methods of synthesizing heterocyclic systems, the use of protecting groups and synthetically useful transformations. The final chapters deals with reviews and are divided by specific topics. Clearly organised review of synthetically useful information. Emphasize on rapid visual retrieval Extensive use of references Beneficial to nearly all organic chemists, both specialists and nonspecialists in synthesis