Please tell me how to read this e-book

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The discussion revolves around how to read the e-book "Thinking in C++" Volume-1 by Bruce Eckel, focusing on the format of the downloaded files and how to access the content effectively. Participants explore the structure of the extracted files and seek guidance on navigating them.

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  • One participant expresses confusion about the format of the e-book after downloading it, expecting a PDF but finding multiple folders instead.
  • Another participant inquires about the file format and extension, leading to the identification that the files are in HTML format.
  • A participant describes the extraction process, noting that it results in multiple files and folders, which adds to the confusion about how to read the book.
  • Suggestions are made to open the "index.html" file or any HTML file to access the table of contents and chapters.
  • One participant confirms that they were able to open the e-book using the Firefox browser.

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Participants generally agree on the method to access the e-book content by using HTML files, but there is some initial confusion regarding the format and structure of the downloaded files.

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The discussion does not resolve the initial confusion about the extraction process and the specific files to open, as participants provide varying levels of detail in their responses.

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Individuals looking to read e-books in HTML format, particularly those who may encounter similar issues with file extraction and navigation.

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[SOLVED] Please tell me how to read this e-book

I want to read this e-book "Thinking in C++" Volume-1 by Bruce Eckel. It is a free download http://www.mindview.net/Books/DownloadSites/" . I downloaded the zip file and when I extract it there are many-many folders inside but I don't know what to read. I was expecting it to be a pdf, but its not. If you have the time, please download it and tell me how do I read it. That would be great!

Thank you.
 
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What format is it in? What's the file extension?

Edit: I see. Those books are in HTML. Use your browser.
 
Its a zip and when I extract it, it gives birth to two zips...when I extract those two zips, it is giving birth to so many files...TIC2VOL3.gif, TIC3VOL3.gif..., revision history.txt... ..?? Where do I click to read it like a normal book ?
 
index.html ?
Or just click or anyone of the html files - it will have links to the table of contents or other chapters.
 
mgb_phys said:
Or just click or anyone of the html files...
Exactly.
 
Thanks everyone, I can open it with Firefox.
 

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