ORIGINAL: harryangus
One last question: is there a book considered the bible of R/C modeling?
I don't know of one.
There are many that are just very good, but mostly outdated regarding electronics and electrical power.
I liked this book, which I found in my public library, very much:
"Take off" by Alex Weiss
With the Internet today, there is more information available about RC modeling and flying than what anyone has time to read:
http://homepages.ihug.co.nz/~atong/
You will find a wealth of good information here in RCUniverse.
Research the Beginners, Aerodynamics, Tips and Techniques and Questions forums.
Best luck with your first solo landing!