I recently got this book: http://www.amazon.com/Statistics-Gentle-Introduction-Frederi... I found it to be perfect for what I wanted. Basically, my knowledge of statistics was VERY limited, but one of the things I'm working on now requires a good understanding, so.. The book is gentle and not too math heavy. Everything it covers, it does so in detail and with examples and real-world stories. I found it to be a good way to get a basic foundation. You may want to follow up with a more advanced book after though.