Hi! First try "C++ for Dummies" by Stephen Randy Davies for ground up lesson on C/C++ data types, etc. This will teach you the basics of the language and give the ability to create console (DOS) type applications.
Once you've mastered that and decide to program in Windows, try "Sams Teach Yourself C++ in 24 Hours" by Mickey Williams. If you have a copy of Visual C++ you'll be creating basic Windows apps within a few pages of this book.
You can possibly find these books cheap (used) at the following sites:
amazon.com
half.com
ebay.com
Otherwise, I'm sure your local bookstore will at least have "C++ for Dummies" in stock. Hope this helps!