Going to start learning how to use C++.

Well I want to start learning C++ to create applications and stuff. I was just wondering what is the best compiler for beginners. Also, what is the best book from which I can learn from. I don't want to stare at a computer screen all day and go blind so I want to use a book or something. I was thinking about buying this book, but I'm not sure if it starts from the beginning so noobs like me can understand. All I know so far is HTML, xHTML and some CSS.
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Any help from you guys is really appreciated .

i use microsoft C++ express edition i also wanna learn
i also have the book downloaded somewhere