First Steps
What can a book give us?
Tips, tricks, licks, riffs, chords. A linear sense of forward motion. New perspectives. Hope. Inspiration. Information.
What can't a book give?
Knowing where you are and how to move you forward. The ability to answer questions. Dynamic motivation. Personal encouragement. New perspectives. Hope. Inspiration. Information.
I'm a big fan of books, but I think they're best when used in conjunction with an experienced teacher who's familiar with the material and where you are (and where you want to go!). There's a gazillion books out there, so recommending just one is all but impossible. For the optimal consumer scenario, peruse a number of titles and see which light up for you the most! Take it home and dig in!