If You Can

Best $.99 you will ever spend. Simple investing advice for savings and financial security. No BS. No sharks. No hype. No magic.

It's indeed a quick read (though he, reasonably, advises you to read twice), and the author conveys warmth, pragmatism, and even figures without seeming patronizing or pedantic. He also recommends other books to supplement each brief chapter for when/if you are inclined and able, but you really can get started without consulting these as well.