LCA for Mere Mortals, by Rita Schenck, is written for the person who has never participated in the performance of an LCA but is confronted by the need to get one done, either as the lead on the project or in a supporting role. It give background on the history of LCA, the ISO standards for performing an LCA and many hints on how to manage both one’s own role and the efforts of others, including outside stakeholders.
The book is written in a lighthearted and amusing fashion, with many examples and illustrations. The first chapter is available here.