Google Analytics ebook (PDF) available – 3rd edition
Google Analytics specific April 29th, 2010For those that are interested in e-books, there are PDF (ePub) and Kindle versions of Advanced Web Metrics with Google Analytics, 3rd edition from the major retailers – see below for links. However…
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You can purchase the ebook (English only at present) from the following retailers:
- Kindle: Amazon US, Amazon UK - 3rd edition now out
- Ellibs - 3rd edition
- Wiley - 3rd edition
- WHSmiths - 3rd edition
Another quick poll to help me understand sales…
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The 3rd edition will be available in Chinese soon (i.e. next few months). The second edition was available in French, German and Chinese and the first edition also had Korean and Czech, Russian. I don’t control any of the translations – its down to local publishers contacting my publisher to buy the rights. However I expect the same languages to be picked up this year…
January 8th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
Hi Brian! Could you help us Czechs find the Czech version of the ebook?
Thanks very much!
January 24th, 2009 at 3:11 pm
Just to et you know I am looking at how you can purchase the book in different languages. Czech is to be available form mid February.
BTW, if you follow the link to the Wiley site for the PDF version it says “This product is not currently available for purchase from this website“. So let me chase this as well and post back here.
January 29th, 2009 at 6:47 pm
Brian – Will the e-book be updated with fresh content as time goes on? There are some really great e books out there that offer up to date versions of the book as the evolves with the subject matter.
February 6th, 2009 at 9:28 am
JG: the e-book is a carbon copy of the printed version. I use this site to keep it up to date.
February 10th, 2009 at 2:30 pm
This is the updated link to purchase the PDF version:
http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0470290900.html
You need to ensure that the “location” is set to United States (top of page) for this to work. Also, ensure you read the “Important E-Book Information” on how to use the PDF version
February 24th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Hmm, I tried to follow the link, but it keeps reverting to au.wiley.com (I’m in Australia), and that server just times out. Am keen to purchase but don’t seem to be able to.
March 9th, 2009 at 8:37 am
I would like a book the book in japanese
when and where can i find it
http://www.niceweight.com
March 11th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
mattymcg: Sorry for these problems Matt. Not sure what the issue is, but I am happy to purchase this for you and send it over. Contact me directly and we’ll figure this out
Heidi: No Japanese translation has been produced as yet, sorry.
May 13th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
Hi Brian
Just wondering if there is Chinese version in your plan?
March 17th, 2010 at 3:40 pm
Hi Brian! When spanish version of the book?
Thank you very much!
Álvaro
April 29th, 2010 at 2:38 pm
Simon/Álvaro: The way internationalised versions work is that a local publisher buys the rights from Wiley & Sons. They then translate and sell in their market. As yet, no Spanish or Chinese publisher has made an offer, but if you know of one please send through!
April 29th, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Brian,
Thanks for the extended preview of your book on google books – I own the hard copy (well, paperback anyway) but it’s really quite handy to be able to just browse to a section online instead of getting off my butt to pull the book off the bookshelf. Of course, I don’t really know what this says about me….
anyway, thanks. you’re the man.
May 5th, 2010 at 4:58 pm
Is it possible to get a Google Analytics IQ coupon with the PDF version?
May 6th, 2010 at 1:48 am
Simon: good news. A Chinese edition has just been announced though I don’t have an ETA on when it will be available to purchase. My guess is allow 2-3 months.
David: Many thanks for the feedback. I agree, for technical books a PDF ebook is a must have. If only the publishers would bundle both together. I will keep pushing…
Bani: good question. GAIQ yes, AdWords no
May 12th, 2010 at 5:04 pm
Thanks Brian, that’s great. I’ll get it as soon and I arrive home
June 21st, 2010 at 5:26 pm
Very nice news on that! i enjoy this professional sharing!
July 20th, 2010 at 7:25 pm
How can I get access to the code on pages 438-442? I’ve toured this site and can’t find it(although lots of other good stuff!). I tried the Google link but pages are missing out of the Google book, including page 439…and it’s not copyable anyway. Someplace else I’m not looking?
July 20th, 2010 at 10:48 pm
Mark: You *should* be able to copy & paste the code from the ebook. Can you confirm if you find this is not the case please.
I am in the process of building a Member’s system for this site. This will contain the book code examples, all colour images, errata pages and more. Access to these will be free
July 20th, 2010 at 11:31 pm
I just shelled out $40 for the physical book, kind of expecting I would get access to the code online. Spending another chunk of cash for the ebook… wouldn’t be right, eh? When I spend that cash I want to spend it on my next book! It’s fairly standard for technical books to have code online (or a CD). Can you email me the 4 pages with the code (pg 438-442) to get me along until you make this generally available?
July 20th, 2010 at 11:33 pm
Also, FYI, this statement in your page above is inaccurate: “…you can read the entire content online at Google Books.”
Actually the Google book has major random blocks of pages intentionally removed to encourage book purchase making it effectively unreadable. It IS a great way to get a feeling for how good the book is though… just as it’s intended! -Mark
July 21st, 2010 at 8:52 am
I am currently managing and overseeing my company website. Having in place a PDF booklet which I can download and print is invaluable to me; there are so many books out there but having a fully relevant resource like so and one that is free is just what I require as there is so much for me to learn.
July 21st, 2010 at 11:45 am
When will the kindle version be available?
July 22nd, 2010 at 12:02 pm
Dan – odd, the Kindle version should be available. Let me check with the publisher and get back to you.
July 28th, 2010 at 2:15 pm
Mark: The pages you reference are for extracting the GA cookie for use in a CRM/Form processing script. If so, you can see the code working on this site. For example the Hacks page has a form (one field) to be notified of updates. I use the same Hack in the book to grab the GA cookies and use as hidden form fields. Therefore viewing the source code will allow you to copy the code.
Hope that helps. Brian
August 13th, 2010 at 4:18 am
Hi Brian
I have also been wondering when a kindle version will be available. Any news yet?
Best,
August 13th, 2010 at 8:28 am
This is embarrassing. Apparently there is a delay due to getting the Adwords coupon, that comes with the hard copy, in the Kindle… It is completely out of my control, though I will keep you posted
August 13th, 2010 at 7:35 pm
Thanks Brian. I look forward to the kindle version when it becomes available. (& no need for embarassment
as you say – it’s out of your control)
Cheers!
March 4th, 2012 at 11:50 am
I couldnt wait for the 3rd edition hard copy and bought the ebook 2nd edition from WHS. I dont recommend you do it as they dont provide a pdf version : ( you have to install a proprietary ereader app called kobo either on your home computer or tablet in order to be able to read it.
March 6th, 2012 at 10:16 pm
Hi David – AFAIK all ebook versions require proprietary software to use e.g. Kindle etc. There is no “standard” PDF version. Even if you have the PDF, you will be required to install the Adobe Digital Editions app on your computer. This protects the publisher from fraud – PDF is just too easy to pass on in its standard form…
March 7th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Hi Brian
I made the mistake of buying the 2nd edition recently as I didn’t know about the 3rd edition that I’m now holding out for. Could you tell me if there’s going to be an electronic version of the 3rd edition soon? Amazon UK simply have one of their “tell the author you want it on Kindle” boxes for now.
I’m keen to get on with the job but much prefer e-books and I’m guessing my 2nd edition isn’t as worthy for study as the 3rd.
March 7th, 2012 at 10:00 pm
Brian – that’s fair enough… I agree that a standard pdf may be too easy to pass on. The problem with the Kobo ereader specifically is that you cannot copy and paste, and what’s more irritating: you cannot print! so I wonder what the difference is between looking at the Google ebook version and or buying the ebook in WHS and read it on KOBO. It’s the first time I am in a situation where I cannot copy parts of an ebook to produce my own internal manuals and documentation for internal distribution at work. I guess that at least with the pdf version, albeit locked in Adobe Digital, you are able to copy and paste?
March 8th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
David: the ePdf for the 2nd edition is the same. No copy and paste. Crazy I know! That is where the publishing industry is at present. Same as the music industry – backwards…
Anyhow, I am speaking With Wiley to make things better for the 3rd edition. Lets hope so.
June 6th, 2012 at 4:20 pm
The standard work around for “to be able to copy and paste” issue with eBooks is a source code from the book been available for download on ether web site of author (he can cat and paste:) or publisher.
Brian, can you copy and paste all js code from 3rd edition on put it as a zip file?
June 7th, 2012 at 9:29 pm
@Slav – Added code examples is planned for the Pro Lounge area of the site – the 2nd edition ones are there. Please register to be notified:
http://www.advanced-web-metrics.com/blog/login
September 3rd, 2012 at 3:48 pm
The hold up for me at present is having the ability of e-book users to copy/paste, and print sections form the e-book. At present it is completely locked down, so quite frankly I do not see the point of me offering the ebook form my site. Other retailers have their own DRM rules…
Wiley (my publisher) are transitioning to a new epub system so these rules will be more customisable. Obviously no-one wants the entire book to be ripped off, but I am hoping I can find a compromise with the publishers in the next few months…
Will keep you posted.
October 29th, 2012 at 3:45 am
Hello Brian.
First of all, congratulations on your book.
Just started reading it (ordered it from amazon UK) and seems very very interesting and useful.
One suggestion though. In my opinion, there should be a complimentary copy of the digital version, to anyone that buys the paperback edition.
During commute from home to college, it would be interesting and a back relief to still be able to read it on the underground, using my tablet.
Thank you very much for your attention.
Regards,
Miguel Caires
October 29th, 2012 at 5:25 am
Great feedback Miguel – I would love to be creative with the ebook. Unfortunatey my hands are tied and it comes down to the publisher…