python, how?!

hi.
i want to learn programming, but in my area there ain't anybody that can help me, so i want to ask for something only, kind of beginners book, or anything, and in a language that is powerfull. i heard of python, but i dont know anything about this. help?

Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs is a great place to start.  It teaches the fundamentals of computing.

http://www.amazon.com/Structure-Interpretation-Computer-Programs-Engineering/dp/0262011530