Looking for good art/paint overview book

[ArtZealot]

I'm just looking for a good book on painting/art in general. Most likely an advanced one, just to brush up on color knowledge, techniques, tips etc. I've been out of school a few years but could use a refresher, something comprehensive with good info to thumb through.
Anyone know of any good book(s) of that sort?

[DavePalumbo]

Alla Prima (http://www.amazon.com/Alla-Prima-Everything-About-Painting/dp/0966211731/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1241760053&sr=8-1), a must have