New ask Hacker News story: Ask HN: Which books in your field do you think are perfect for self study?

Ask HN: Which books in your field do you think are perfect for self study?
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In almost every field there are encyclopedic reference books which are for experienced people to look up stuff when needed. Then there are books with wonderful prose that are suitable for self learners that want to learn the topic for the first time. Can you name some books of the second type in your field of study?