Recommend books for beginners

[axisbuck24]

I know the green screen recommended a book in regards to lighting for those beginning in photography in the past. Does anyone recall the name? I would like to get a friend that book for Christmas. Thanks in advance

[jdma]

You may be talking about this one
"Understanding Exposure" by Brian Peterson

[axisbuck24]

You may be talking about this one
"Understanding Exposure" by Brian Peterson

That's it.... Thanks

[Randallc]

My daughter is 11 and getting into photography. I'm going to get her this book, thanks.

[Hawkpuppy 1]

Scott Kelby's books are really good too and keep it in layman's terms...