[NTLUG:Discuss] C book recommendation?

[Fred James]

Eric Waguespack wrote:

>I would like to learn C... is this a good book to start with?
>
>The C Programming Language: ANSI C Version, 2nd Edition
>by Kernighan, Brian W. / Ritchie, Dennis
>http://www.nerdbooks.com/item.php?id=0131103628
>
>Sorry if this seems off topic, but I posed the question here because I
>specifically want a book that will help me learn C as it pertains to
>Linux.
>
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>
Eric Waguespack
 From personal experience, my answer is:  Yes, K&R is an excellent book 
to "start with".  There were some college text books that I enjoyed, but 
K&R keeps it simple and to the point.  I still have my K&R, and I still 
use it as a reference.  Your mileage may differ.
Regards
Fred James