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Looking for new reading material? These eight books on Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies and blockchain are worth a second look – Guaranteed to have something for everyone.
Despite digitization, books are still an important part of many people’s lives. This can be a novel or a crime novel – or a really exciting non-fiction book on the subject of cryptocurrencies. The market now offers a lot and so that you don’t have to work your way through the entire range, we have selected the most worth reading crypto guides for beginners, for a general overview and for those interested in technology.
The Best Books for Bitcoin Beginners
There is already interest in the topic, but a proper understanding is still lacking in the basics? The following books are ideal for getting started in the big world of cryptocurrencies and bring the reader closer to terms and processes in a clear manner.
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The Bitcoin Standard (German Version)
In The Bitcoin Standard, economist Saifedean Ammous guides the reader through the fascinating history of various forms of money.
For anyone who wants to get a clear picture of this new digital money, The Bitcoin Standard is an indispensable basis. This creates an expert debate about the meaningful function that Bitcoin could take in the future of the global economy.
Estimated reading time: five hours.
Ignore at your Own Risk: the New Decentralized World of Bitcoin and Blockchain
The slightly different Bitcoin and Blockchain book. In the style of a comic, the authors convey Bitcoin knowledge in a playful way in an appealing look. The reader accompanies the journey of the journalist Kali and the developer Jay, who dive into the decentralized crypto world with the help of the digital oracle Eva. On their journey, they meet well-known personalities from the scene. They explain to them the new technology, its advantages and disadvantages. Thus, the book gives the right answers to the most important questions for beginners.
Estimated reading time: two hours.
With Blockchain to the Crypto Investor: Understand the Blockchain Technology and Invest Strategically in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple & Co.
In this book, Jens Helbig gives crypto beginners a comprehensive insight into the world of coins and explains backgrounds such as connections. In addition to the opportunities that cryptocurrencies offer, he also points out the possible risks. For all those who want to put their new knowledge directly into practice, the book also offers a practical guide as an introduction and insight into the author’s crypto portfolio.
Estimated reading time: three hours.
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Bitcoingeld: a Story about the Discovery of Good Money in Bitdorf
Why do we need money at all and what about Bitcoin? In this book, “Bitcoin Rabbi” Michael Caras gives children from the age of six a first insight into the topic of cryptocurrencies, especially using the example of Bitcoin. Entertaining and easy to understand – not only for children.
Estimated reading time: Under an hour.
Blockchain I Bitcoin for Beginners I Cryptocurrencies: Everything about Crypto Investment, Bitcoin Wallet and Blockchain for Beginners
A great introduction to the topic of cryptocurrencies: What are coins anyway, how do they differ from each other and how do wallets and mining actually work? The advantages and disadvantages are highlighted, and Thomas Baer also gives an insight into the history of cryptocurrencies.
Estimated reading time: two hours.
For the Overview
Partly for beginners, partly for advanced users, the following books offer a particularly good insight into the various areas of the crypto world. A second look is worth it!
Bitcoin – the Crazy Story of the Rise of a New Money
One of our favorite books in this list: Well written and appealingly prepared, Christoph Bergmann offers with his work a short insight into the philosophy and the history of the most successful cryptocurrency, the Bitcoin. Small illustrations loosen up the text, which with over 400 pages is extensive, but very entertaining and easy to read. Unknown terms can be looked up in the clear glossary.
Estimated reading time: six hours.
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Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Blockchain, ICOs & Co. Simply Explained
With his book, the prominent speaker, blockchain expert, and founder Dr. Julian Hosp offers a lexicon-like reference work for a quick introduction to the world of crypto. “Simply explained” hits the nail on the head: Elaborate design and formulation are not the focus here, but the quality of the content does not suffer as a result. We particularly like the comparisons to the classic financial sector, which should make it easier for many beginners to understand processes in the crypto industry. Tip: Also available as an audiobook.
Estimated reading time: five hours.
BLOCKCHAIN FOR BEGINNERS: Everything You Need to Know about Blockchain, Bitcoin, Smart Contracts and Cryptocurrency
If you are looking for extensive input but want to invest less time, this book is a good choice. Alexander Glücklich explains the history of blockchain, general information about cryptocurrencies, and background information such as smart contracts, mainly using Bitcoin as an example. The book prepares the individual points in a concise and crisp manner and is therefore aimed primarily at beginners who want to get a good overview of the topic of cryptocurrency as quickly as possible. Tip: Also available as an audiobook.
Estimated reading time: 1.5 hours.
For those Interested in Technology
The basics have long been internalized, you have long understood the big picture? Then it’s time for the technical backgrounds of cryptography and blockchain.
Bitcoin, Blockchain and Cryptoassets: a Comprehensive Introduction
We’ll say it right away: For IT newbies, parts of this book could be too demanding, but the Basel author duo Prof. Dr. Aleksander Berentsen and Fabian Schär do their best to bring the knowledge to the reader as understandably as possible. Very extensive, but therefore also incredibly informative, the scientists explain the backgrounds of blockchain technology and crypto assets. There is also a practical guide for your own entry.
Estimated reading time: six hours.
Bitcoin & Blockchain – Basics and Programming: Understanding the Blockchain, Developing Applications
Excellently written, well translated from English and comparatively easy to read despite the technical content: With this book, Andreas M. Antonopoulos has created a standard work not only for programmers, but for everyone who is interested in blockchain technology even away from the current hype. If you are interested in cryptography and would like to learn more about the motivation from which cryptocurrencies could then arise, this Bitcoin book is the best choice.
Estimated reading time: five hours.
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