Stock Markets Exposed

Best software/book/educational tool for learning how to trade stocks?

I know there's a lot out there but I'm looking for one that is the least vague, most cost-efficient, most comprehensive and of course, most effective. Please be specific. I need something beyond just the vague basics.

Public Comments

1. Motley Fool. It's the bible for newbies when it comes to investing.
2. I recommend the following: 1) "One Up On Wall Street", by Peter Lynch, former very successful guru of the Fidelity/Magellan Fund 2) "Investments...", by Graham. A classic. 3) "Investments, Analysis and Analysis" by Francis. 1) and 2) are classics, available in (most) libraries. Look under (Dewey system code) 332.6 and are free to borrow.