If you want them really cheap, get a library card.
I have one through university, but a library card through the Toronto
public library, and most public libraries, give the general public
access to a wide array of material, and to a safari books online login,
for free. With safari books online and my library cards in hand, I
haven't had to pay for a programming/math book in ages; however, you
could argue that since I pay taxes, it is not absolutely free.
e.g. Every Keith Peters or Colin Mook book is available through safari,
videos like the entire "lost actionscript 3 weekend" video set(a bit
basic but none the less nifty to watch), tons of the friends of ed, sam,
idiots guide, head first books and more.
The only book I have not been able to find is a good book on math with
regard to music/colour theory, so I am contemplating shelling out.
I could probably download a pirated copy of every book I read; yet, for
now, I am satisfied with the access my library cards give me, and happy
to shell out a little money for a great book that I want in a tangible
format on my desk. The only books I don't feel guilty about people
ripping, are the ones that I have seen cost $180 - $390 or more per
book. (e.g. advanced computer engineering, physics topics, biomed,
journals, or graduate level anything).
beno - wrote:
On Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 2:48 PM, jared stanley <[email protected]>wrote:
FYI i've had luck getting most of the latest flash books on amazon
used for $5-20 each.
Thanks :)
beno
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