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C++ Primer (4th Edition)

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Year 2005 Edition year
Pages 885 Long-form read
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Based on the metadata we have, C++ Primer (4th Edition) by Stanley B. Lippman ; Barbara E. Moo ; Josee Lajoie looks closest to a focused backlist selection with a clear entry point for curious readers. Stored edition details show 2005 • Addison-Wesley • 885 pages, which helps set expectations for scope and pacing.

Edition on file: 2005 • Addison-Wesley • 885 pages • ISBN 9780201721485.

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