Skill book

Some books can be used to increase a character's skill in specific areas of study. After a book is used, it is removed from your inventory.

In Fallout, Fallout 2 and Fallout Tactics, the amount of skill points gained is equal to 100, subtract the current skill level, divide by 10, and then rounded down. Thus, the maximum a skill can increased by books is up to 91%. Other books are used in quests.

In Fallout 3, the amount of skill points gained is 1, (or 2 if you choose the Comprehension perk).

Quest items

 * Cat's Paw Magazine
 * Chemistry Journals
 * "The Lavender Flower"