Top 10 Python Books for Beginners

Python had become the backbone of every development in the world of computer science. Even though it was first introduced in 1991, it is still called a modern programming language. In recent years, all the terms we have heard like data science, web development, machine learning, automation, etc. are derived from Python.

Python has replaced many widely used programming languages like C and Java, demand for programmers having Python skills is increasing very rapidly. Anyone wishes to have a decorated career in data science, and machine learning must learn Python programming language.

There are abundant resources on Python programming available online for those who wish to learn Python-like online courses and tutorials. I have already shared an article on free online Python tutorials. Now I’m going to give you a brief introduction to the top 10 Python books beginners can refer. All the books listed here are available on Amazon.

1. Head First Python: A Brain-Friendly Guide

Head First Python by Paul Barry is one of the highly-rated books on Amazon and rightly so. Paul Barry is a lecturer at the Institute of Technology, Carlow, Ireland. It is the perfect book for the beginner who wants to dive into Python programming language basics. Language of the book easy so that one can get easily comfortable in learning Python.

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In the early part of the book, the author introduces you to the Python programming languages’ fundamentals and how to work with its built-in functions and data structures. And in the latter part, it slowly levels-up and introduces you to exception handling, web development, and other Python programming applications.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 3.83/5

Amazon: 4.5/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3crVWFz

2. Python Crash Course

Python Crash Course by Eric Matthes is the world’s best-selling guide to the Python programming language. It is one of the most sold and highly rated Python books on Amazon. Book is scripted well, and you will be programming in Python in absolutely no time.

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This book will walk you through all the basics and fundamentals of Python programming and its applications. It covers Python libraries and tools that includes Pygame, Matplotlib and Django, guide to make 2D games and create/customize web apps and deploy them online.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 4.33/5

Amazon: 4.7/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/36tJ6ml

3. Learn Python 3 The Hard Way

Don’t get scared by the book’s title as it is completely opposite world once you enter the book. Book is perfect for newbies who want to learn Python 3. The approach by the author Zed Shaw makes it easier to learn the Python programming language.

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The book is full of exercises that will sharpen your skills in Python programming and its fundamentals.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 3.91/5

Amazon: 4.4/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/36wrxlT

4. Python Cookbook

Python Cookbook by David Beazley and Brian K. Jones is an ideal Python recipe book for a beginner to intermediate level programmers. Most of the book material focuses on advanced libraries, frameworks and applications.

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Before diving into this book, you must have basic knowledge of Python programming. Some of the topics covered in this book are data structure and algorithms, iterators, generators, data encoding and processing, etc.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 4.16/5

Amazon: 4.6/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2NKuZmc

5. Python Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science

Written by John Zelle, Python Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science gives you introduction to the Python programming and introduces you to the world of programming. The book is ideal for beginners as it eases you into the world of computer science.

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As the book focuses on computer science with Python programming language at its base, this book becomes ideal for anyone who wants to step into the world of software and web development.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 4.01/5

Amazon: 4.5/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/36wUy0y

6. Intro to Python for Computer Science and Data Science

Author Paul Deitel and Harvey Deitel offer groundbreaking and flexible approach to computer science and data science. This book is ideal for both computer science and data science aspirants.

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The book contains ample exercises, examples, implementation case studies and projects. It also introduces you to programming with AI, Big data, and the cloud, along with computer science and data science. It is one of the most highly rated books on Amazon.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 4/5

Amazon: 4.6/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3rdZJKZ

7. Python for Beginners: 2 Books in 1

This is the collection of two books for beginners. First one is Python Programming for Beginners, and the second is Python Workbook. The second book will help you brush-up your Python skills.

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This is a great combination of books for newbies who wish to learn Python programming. All the basics of Python programming are covered well in this book.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 4.62/5

Amazon: 4.3/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3cFFkdR

8. Python for Beginners

Python for Beginners is a Crash Coursebook by Timothy C. Needhamis that will make you learn Python programming language in one week. This book will introduce you to Python variables and directories.

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This is one of the best books for beginners who want to learn Python and those newbies looking to learn to program.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 3.84/5

Amazon: 4.2/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Mp1zcW

9. Python Tricks

Python Tricks: A Buffet of Awesome Python Features is a trick book by Dan Bader. This book will help you discover Python’s best practices and take you one step closer to mastering Python programming.

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This book is ideal for beginner to mid-level programmers who want to learn writing clean code and make most out of Python programming. You will discover hidden gold in Python libraries while going through this book.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 4.45/5

Amazon: 4.6/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2NNFNQt

10. Python Workbook

Python Workbook: Learn Python in One Day and Learn It Well by Jamie Chan is Python workbook for beginners. It gives you a hands-on approach to learn Python programming fast. Book is a collection of in-depth course and practice questions to improve your Python skills.

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When you finish this book, you will definitely feel confident about programming in Python language.

Ratings:

Goodreads: 3.85/5

Amazon: 4.4/5

Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3tdWwwJ

These are the top 10 Python books for Python Programming Language for those beginners who want to have a career in programming and development. Feel free to share your views and queries with us at @linuxhint and @SwapTirthakar.