what is a good intro book on python ?

[Bud Rogers]

vincent wehren wrote:

 > "Learning Python, Second Edition" by David Ascher and Mark Lutz (1.13
> inches) perhaps?
> 
> And then, not so much *intro* but absolutely *vital*:
> 
> "Python in a Nutshell" by Alex Martelli (1.14 inches)
> "Python Cookbook", by Alex Martelli, David Asher (Editors) (1.10
> inches)

I am actively lusting for the Cookbook.  I have had LP 1st edition for a
while.  Is there enough more/newer/better about the 2nd edition to
justify buying it as well?

budr