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I just added these books to my "To Get" list.. Which is already large.

As a broke fresh college graduate, one of the most widely talked about books (and one I actually bought myself) was Eric Ries' The Lean Startup. It really helped me feel like I had a sense of direction instead of "thinking I knew" something,

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The public library is your friend, especially if you live in the right area. For example, many California libraries are in a program called Link+ that allows you to borrow books from other libraries, including college libraries.

Even if a book you want isn't in the library's catalog, go talk to a librarian. They can work some magic.

Also check out public libraries with Overdrive (eBooks).

Another thing to do is see if your college will let you keep online or other library access for a nominal fee. I remember (ab)using MIT libraries for a while after leaving.

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