How to get started using Minecraft?

My boyfriend is someone who constantly plays minecraft. Lately, I've been finding myself fairly interested in starting to play myself.

I would like to surprise him by setting myself up on mine craft and understanding what's going on, and then letting him know I play once I feel comfortable.

Can anyone tell me how to get minecraft? Where do I start? Do I have to pay?

I'd like to know basically as much as one can tell about minecraft.

Best anwer gets 10 points!

You have to pay for minecraft, you can buy it here - https://minecraft.net/...ecraft.net

You can find all you need to know about minecraft here - http://minecraft.gamepedia.com/Tutorials/Beginner's_guide

Another good thing to do would be to watch some YouTubers play minecraft, you will pick up a lot of tips and tricks from them.