beginner books

[Kevin A.]

hey everyone,

I'm very new to real estate investing. I've been starting to read some books to learn which direction and strategy I want to pursue.  I've finished the bigger pockets beginners guide and now looking for new material. I currently have think and grow rich for a motivational read(have also been told to get rich dad poor dad) but I want to get another to learn more about the industry.  I searched around and saw the unofficial guide to real estate investing had some good reviews. However when searching for the book theye are two different editions with dramatically different prices. (New is $200+, whereas the previous edition I found for $25). 

I was wondering if anyone has read these and if there is that much of a difference between the two? Or, if anyone had any other recommendations. I am looking for a broad based book where I can learn which direction and strategy I want to focus on.