Technical Analysis for Dummies | 
 enlarge | Author: Barbara Rockefeller
Publisher: For Dummies
Category: Book
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Pages: 360
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Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 7.2 x 0.9
ISBN: 0764540440
Dewey Decimal Number: 332.6
UPC: 785555868915
EAN: 9780764540448
ASIN: 0764540440
Publication Date: March 5, 2004
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Product Description
A simple, straightforward guide to the fundamentals of technical analysis
For active traders and investors who don't understand the complicated art of technical analysis, this commonsense resource covers all the bases. Explaining the basic principles of analysis and showing how to implement them, Technical Analysis For Dummies dumps the confusing jargon and unreadable charts for basic explanations and practical guidance. In no time at all, readers will see how to make better trading decisions.
Barbara Rockefeller (Stamford, CT) is one of the foremost authorities on technical analysis and founder of Rockefeller Treasury Services.
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 Best Little Guide To Technical Analysis July 18, 2008
This book is a nice synopsis of technical indicators and is written in common understandable English. There are big tomes written on this subject but this is all you will need to get a good grasp of the subject. It is not a recipe book that will tell you how to make a bundle of money in the stock market, but you are unlikely to make a bundle without mastering the analytic techniques discussed in this book. You will develop your own favorite indicators and combination of indicators to help you invest, but without understanding the basics of the technical analysis, you will be lost. And this book is a good source of learning just that.
A good addition to the trader's library.... July 3, 2008
I found this book to be not too heavy, not too light in dealing with technical analysis. I wanted something that would expand upon the various indicators, etc. a bit more than I would find with a wiki search, and the book hits the target. I'm pleased and I think that others who are looking for something that's more than an "entry-level" book will be pleased as well.
 A mile wide and an inch deep material June 18, 2008
I have read more than a dozen books on forex, some good and some bad. I'm afraid this book is somewhere at the bottom. The author kept babbling about self-proclaimed experts in technical analysis all throughout the book it became pathetic. Discussions on most technical indicators was blurry, not the english, but the material simply was not good enough. Very flimsy in many cases and as a result gives you a feeling the author is far from being an authority on the subject. The only reason I gave a generous 2 stars is the discussion on momentum indicators where there was a little bit of substance. Example charts also were poorly selected. After reading the book I felt I really did not pick up anything new.
Honest Description of TA June 5, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought this book secure in the knowledge of what I didn't know, so the choice of a Dummies book was perfect. When I say that the book was honest, I mean that it made no extravagant claims as to what Technical Analysis (TA) could do for me as an investor. Instead, it consistently qualified any statements it made about the predictive nature of TA. If anything, the book erred on the side of caution; statements along the lines of "The trend is your friend--until it isn't." were common. Some might find this to be overly cautious; I found it reassuring. I didn't want a book on TA with the word "Rich" in the title.
I give the book four stars instead of five, because it could be a bit difficult in explaining more obscure points. Rarely, a paragraph which referred to a chart to make a point would be difficult to follow. This might have been avoided with better annotated illustrations. All in all, the book does a good job of defining the key concepts in each chapter. It is profusely illustrated, and doesn't run the risk of information overload.
Lastly, this is a book for beginners. It does give a good idea of the scope of all that is included in TA, but it isn't an exhaustive look at any specific topic. I often found myself wanting to read more on certain subjects. While this is perfect for an introductory book, those who already have a passing acquaintance with the subject matter might best look elsewhere, say Alexander Elder's Trading for a Living: Psychology, Trading Tactics, Money Management.
Overall, a good introductory book on TA May 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I'm new to individual stock investing, and wanted a good introductory book on TA. I've found the "Dummies" series of books quite good. This book is no exception.
Before reading this book, I wouldn't know trending, momentum, or volume indicators if they bit me. After reading the book, they're my good friends.
When initially "putting my toe in the water", TA seemed quite daunting. After carefully reading the book while pouring over TA charts on various financial websites, I'm now fairly comfortable with the fundamentals of TA and ready to dive in.
This book gave me the basics and the confidence I need to start. Experience and additional learning will just make me better...
Let's hear it for the 3-way crossover!
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