751d434b-deca-432f-a247-2cb2fb88e122TrueNewShip2Foreign-currencyAmazonLargeBooksreviewrank1138114096293397Xhttp://www.amazon.com/Bankers-Guide-Foreign-Currency-1999/dp/096293397X%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D096293397X1482424Arnoldo EfronPaperback9780962933974096293397XMonetary Research IntlEnglishEnglishEnglish5000USD$50.00Monetary Research IntlBook1992-02Monetary Research IntlMonetary Research Intl1195USD$11.95252USD$2.5252500005.011096293397X5882000-09-12

Useful to authenticate foreign currency

The MRI Banker's Guide to Foreign Currency is the bible for foreign currency tellers, especially those dealing with exotic currencies. The most striking feature is the full color printing on glossy paper making for an unusually high image quality. The downside is that only the main side is pictured. Nevertheless, currency hustlers around the world don't stand a chance against anyone armed with this guide.<p>2000 photos of currency from 150 countries clearly indicate all currencies in use as well as devalued, worthless, outmoded but redeemable notes, and issues with approaching expiration dates. There are lists of serial numbers of stolen currencies. There are warnings such as this one: "Notes issued by the Central Bank of Mali are worthless". There is a section showing travelers checks issued in 18 currencies. Personally I think it would be foolish to try to authenticate currency you haven't seen before without the benefit of this Guide.<p>The Guide will also be of interest to banknote dealers and collectors, who will inevitably want to compare it to the Standard Catalog of World Paper Money published by Krause Publications. Krause has three times the number of pages, three times the number of photos, shows BOTH sides of the banknotes listed, shows numismatic (or collector) values, and is generally wider in scope. However, for the collector who can afford both, the Guide provides high quality color images of the world's currency which is rivaled only by the real thing.713051011General AAS2581Economics3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2612General3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713049011General AAS3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books400272011Paperback394184011Mass Market401237011Trade394174011Binding (binding)388186011Refinements283155Books618083011Printed Books618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155BooksB0006D8PO4http://www.amazon.com/Restructuring-Hainans-international-trade-finance/dp/B0006D8PO4%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB0006D8PO4Charles WolfUnknown BindingRandEnglishEnglishRand22Book1991RandRand0000005.011B0006D8PO4518222002-08-16

Deserves at least 6 stars!

Mary Wollstonecraft was an excessively unsympathetic character - she was a user( in modern parlance anyway), she manipulated, she was deliberately obstructive and astonishingly naive and yet Tomalin's biography of this most irritating of women kept me completely enthralled from beginning to end. Wollstonecraft certainly was neither deified or demonised here - simply left to tell her own story through her actions.<p>There is very little quoted material in her, it is pretty much a narrative of her life from childhood through to her death. Tomalin has done enormous research on her life, the pieces tie in together seamlessly. <p>Wollstonecraft was (of course) the woman who wrote that seminal work on the Rights of Women - and that really seems to be her predominant claim to fame although her lifestyle was very unusual for her times - having open relationships with men (including married men such as the artist Fuseli). I was mostly struck by how little success she really acheived in her lifetime despite her driving attitude to work and enormous energy - it seems although it was all misdirected or perhaps that was a good thing considering her beliefs (odd for her time) and her resentments (numerous and very often unfounded)<p>Very very enjoyable read.037572553902311218570806524464067976676601404394392609Foreign Exchange2604Finance3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books0231049455http://www.amazon.com/Sterling-Dollar-Diplomacy-Current-Perspective-International/dp/0231049455%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D02310494553036959Richard N. GardnerPaperback332.4597802310494500231049455Columbia University PressEnglishEnglishEnglish3300USD$33.00Columbia University Press1423Book1980-04Columbia University PressColumbia University Press0000005.01102310494555002005-09-01

Excellent account of the development of the post-war international monetary system

This is a superb book setting out the development of the post-war international monetary system. It is full of insights on the negotiating positions etc. of the major countries involved, the US and UK. This book is highly recommended for anyone who wishes to gain a fuller appreciation of the work of Keynes etc. 2609Foreign Exchange2604Finance3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books11289General11288Sociology11232Social Sciences53Nonfiction1000Subjects283155Books713503011General AAS11288Sociology11232Social Sciences53Nonfiction1000Subjects283155Books11268General11232Social Sciences53Nonfiction1000Subjects283155Books713494011General AAS11232Social Sciences53Nonfiction1000Subjects283155Books400272011Paperback394184011Mass Market401237011Trade394174011Binding (binding)388186011Refinements283155Books618083011Printed Books618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155BooksB000YJ4AQWhttp://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Currency-Trader-Trading-Courage/dp/B000YJ4AQW%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000YJ4AQW21740http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4159ZB8tf0L._SL75_.jpg7550http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4159ZB8tf0L._SL160_.jpg160106http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4159ZB8tf0L.jpg500331Rob BookerKindle Edition332.45Kindle BookWiley5500USD$55.00Wiley1240eBooks2007-02-09WileyWiley3119USD$31.19100011ATVPDKIKX0DERhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/help/seller/home.html?seller=ATVPDKIKX0DERNewnewvpNAnmLw6b6y%2FFP4Rje9csTIeCrRLpUqY9PGd4HLfs5MmYHsPTveuGOxiaSmLeeZb8CH%2FYMPz%2BwkRB1RMkRA5w%3D%3D3119USD$31.19Usually ships in 24 hours4.5357B000YJ4AQW5002008-11-26

California Guy living in Japan

I believe the author accomplished exactly what he meant to accomplish with this book. Some folks who gave less than stellar reviews were concerned that the book offered no in depth analysis on Harry's systems or was a bit unrealistic in the way Harry bounced back into becoming a good trader. My understanding of the overall theme, which is pointed out in the epilogue, is that one should stick to the "laws" of trading. Excellent book. Took me only a couple days to read and loved every moment of it. B000YJ4AQW5002008-11-13

Great Reading

Though this book is based upon a fictional character as to how one got started into trading, it provides a very interesting reading into the psychology of a trader's mind. Do not expect the book to present any strategies for trading, it makes one think before acting. Have a plan before entering a trade instead of shooting by the hip....B000YJ4AQW4002008-10-10

My thoughts...

I thought this book was done just fine..!! <br />Rob Booker really wrote a book that happens to capture the mindset of every trader just starting out. <br />I liked the fact that the book has a variety of scenarios, which encourages the trader in all of us to think outside the box. <br />I look forward to reading other books that Rob wrote.B000YJ4AQW5002008-08-11

Un acercamiento sencillo y al punto

Una manera muy didactica, y divertida la que nos presenta rob en su historia de Sr Banes. Excelente <br /> <br />cubre los aspectos que uno como trader novato comete, por que tiene que cometer. <br /> <br />Gracias RobB000YJ4AQW5002008-07-15

A must-read for traders, experienced and novice alike!

This is the best book I've read so far on trading. If you have ever traded currencies, or are thinking about it, you need to check this title out. There is a little bit (or a lot) of Harry Banes in all of us! Read this book before you take your next trade!<b>Praise for ADVENTURES of a CURRENCY TRADER</b> <p> "A truly easy, unique, and enjoyable read! Rob has done it once again to teach us in the funniest way possible how not to make the most common trading mistakes. If you are tired of reading how-to books, this is perfect for you. I highly recommend this book to all traders. Everyone will learn something about themselves by reading this book."<br> —Kathy Lien, author, <i>Day Trading the Currency Market</i>, and Chief Strategist, www.dailyfx.com <p> "<i>Adventures of a Currency Trader</i> is a must read for anyone who has ever traded or is thinking about trading in the Forex markets. Rob Booker has a unique way of taking years of market knowledge and transforming it into an educational and entertaining experience. It has quickly become a cult classic in my trading library!"<br> —H. Jack Bouroudjian, Principal, Brewer Investment Group <p> "Brilliant! Rob's humor and humanity shine through in this parable about trading and life. Filled with wisdom and wit, it's an exhilarating rollercoaster ride through the peaks and valleys of the learning curve, with many valuable lessons learned along the way."<br> —Ed Ponsi, President, FXEducator.com <p> "Rob's fable of everyman 'Harry Banes' is destined to become a trading classic. This is both the missing piece and the foundation that comes before the strategies and methodologies. The search for the Holy Grail begins and ends in the heart and mind. The journey is authentic and real and if you're willing to take it with Rob, you will be rewarded in the end. Seldom has psychology and wisdom been so entertaining!"<br> —Raghee Horner, trader and author of <i>Forex Trading for Maximum Profit</i> and  <i>Days of Forex Trading</i> <p> "In a series of insightful and entertaining vignettes, Rob Booker teaches both the novice and the experienced trader some hard won truths about the currency market. It's a must read book written by a guy who survived the trenches and went on to prosper in the biggest and most competitive financial market in the world."<br> —Boris Schlossberg, Senior Currency Strategist, Forex Capital Markets LLC, and author of <i>Technical Analysis of the Currency Market</i>B001BMMGZSB000YHCTRGB000WCWW3EB001C4PHREB000X16PZK2668Futures2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books618073011Kindle Books618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155Books157629011Finance157627011Accounting & Finance157626011Professional & Technical157325011Nonfiction154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle Store154875011Finance & Investing154872011Finance154821011Business & Investing154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle Store154876011Foreign Exchange154872011Finance154821011Business & Investing154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle StoreB0006DL8LQhttp://www.amazon.com/Foreign-currency-deposits-developing-countries/dp/B0006DL8LQ%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB0006DL8LQPierre-Richard AgénorUnknown BindingInternational Monetary FundEnglishEnglishInternational Monetary Fund35Book1992International Monetary FundInternational Monetary Fund0000004.5225B0006DL8LQ4002008-06-23

Good, but not her best.

Lady Oracle / 0-553-37781-7 <br /> <br />Like many of Atwood's characters, the main character of Lady Oracle suffers from an unhappy childhood, this time at the hands of a neurotic mother who frequently berates her daughter for failing to live up to her expectations. The result is a fractured personality - perhaps not quite multiple personalities, but at least many different personas that have to be juggled regularly, and with increasing difficulty. This fractured woman struggles with her relationships and her jobs, and how they affect her identity. Does her success at writing fluffy romance novels make her a less serious, worthwhile human being? Does her success at writing deep, meaningful, feminist poetry make her a less valuable spouse to her husband? Her romances are shallow, and she seems to seek out men that will define her in contrast to themselves. She allows others to define her because, increasingly, she cannot define herself. As the novel winds down, we venture tentatively into the Atwood meme of insanity - are the things related to us, the reader, merely a product of a deranged mind on the part of the main character? We do not know. <br /> <br />I really love Atwood's writing, and own nearly all of her novels, but I will admit that Lady Oracle is not my favorite. The writing and story are, for me, strangely forgettable - even after re-reading the book recently in order to write this review, I find that much of the book did not leave a lasting impression on me, unlike her other, more recent works. Lady Oracle is an older work, and perhaps that is why it doesn't have the same grip on me. I recommend it, but only after you have read Handmaid's Tale, Robber Bride, and Oryx and Crake.B0006DL8LQ4112008-02-21

all the best of Atwood, except the ending

The first meeting with Joan Foster on the balcony of the pensione in Italy is purposefully misleading - this novel is far from the relaxing report from an Italian vacation. But soon enough, Joan, the main character and narrator, makes sure the reader is shocked and intrigued, pushing them to read on. Joan reveals that she faked her own death and is now in hiding. Why? What led her to this, seemingly desperate, step? Her story starts in childhood and meanders through all the turns of girl's and woman's life. As a child, Joan is fighting with weight and longing for beauty, has a perfectionist, overambitious, always unhappy mother and absent (even when present) father, who appears very boring and apathetic at home, but his life is mysterious and full of secrets. Tormented by her mother, Joan escapes into overeating; she is friendless and shy, the girls at Brownies bully her. Her only friend is her aunt Louisa K. Delacourt, who introduces her to the world of movies and spiritual séances. And thanks to Aunt Lou, Joan is finally motivated to lose weight... <br /> <br />Growing up, Joan manages to get the attention of men, but other women (except Aunt Lou, whose identity Joan uses as her alter ego) remain always her antagonists. She is unstable and her life is a mess, she has many ideas for improvement, but always ends up disappointed with herself and longing to erase the past and start afresh from zero again...She desperately wishes for love (a result of an unhappy childhood...) and so meets a parade of less than perfect men: her first lover, Paul, a Polish political émigré in London, who introduces her to the world of trashy romance novels; Arthur, who she marries, a myopic rebel; and her most romantic love, The Royal Porcupine vel Chuck, who is an artist exhibiting animal carcasses. All of them are disappointing, when seen closely, and so Joan is always unsatisfied. She is not able to perceive her life as full and interesting, always waiting, never stable, never feeling the present as something good - sort of anti - yoga approach. <br /> <br />Atwood is usually labeled as a feminist writer, and I can understand it, although she is, simply, just a very good writer. In her novels, the characters display many traits, fears, thoughts common to many women, which most of the women would not admit having (or would admit only at the session with the psychoanalyst). In "Lady Oracle" like in her other novels, she refers to feminine logic and intuition, making the novel at the same time very chaotic - like the lives of perhaps of too many contemporary women trying to get from their time on Earth as much as possible, squeeze the life as much as it hurts, hoping there is always more. The novel felt at the same time very personal and very general, a remarkable achievement. There are, of course, common Atwood motifs (she repeats herself a bit, it is not yet autoplagiarism, but establishing a firm ground, a safe niche for herself, which she mastered to perfection, in all her novels coming back to the same subject in different configurations: the main protagonist's struggle with her personal image, the books written by her as a parallel reality, the toxic mother-daughter relationship, spiritualism, cruelty of little girls, child molesters...). In "Lady Oracle" the most original is the title and its interpretation in the text - "Lady Oracle" is not only the title of Joan's bestseller, but she appears also in her visions with the candle and automatic writing, and, in the distorted version, can be the medium she meets with Aunt Lou... Reading, I was always thinking about the meaning of the title. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />I appreciate the author's obvious eloquence and effortless jiggling of mythical themes (the Persephone comes to mind, when Joan tries her automatic writing), fairy tale images, and historical and social stereotypes. I like her irony and wit, woven into the flawless prose so that nothing looks forced and the story flows naturally (I laughed at the changes in style when the excerpts from Joan's novel appeared). Atwood manages to write lightly about very serious matters, and despite the light language the problems tackled in her novels remain with the reader forever, they do not disappear, but fester, demanding attention, urging to think and analyze. I was a bit disappointed with the ending, which, although very unexpected, appeared rushed, as if the author could not wait for the climax. Therefore, I rate this novel four stars, because Atwood can be better.B0006DL8LQ4112008-02-06

Classic Atwood - and humorous, too!

"Lady Oracle" started slowly--or maybe I just had trouble engaging with it initially, as I was trying to figure out who exactly the narrator was. But once Joan began recounting and reflecting on her life, I was hooked. Atwood used this device of mixing past and present in "The Robber Bride" and "Cat's Eye" as well, but I actually think it works best here. Joan is quite a character, and meets some remarkable people (remarkable in ways good and bad) throughout the course of her life. These are some of Atwood's best character creations. The antics of Joan and the Royal Porcupine had me laughing out loud. I wish I had some of these people in my own life, if only for the amusement value! <br /> <br />This is maybe Atwood's funniest novel, though as is her style, the humor is subtle and used sparingly. I am a huge fan of her prose and narration; it amazes me that she can effective use "big words" and address "big ideas" while seeming conversational and accessible rather than pompously erudite. (Ahem, Ian McEwan?) <br /> <br />My only criticism of "Lady Oracle" was the ending. I greatly enjoyed Joan's telling of her life story, but her reasons for faking her death and fleeing to Italy were contrived and rather ridiculously melodramatic. Granted, the line between her novels and actual life was beginning to blur, but still, it seemed more like a too-obvious plot device to frame the narrative. And the ending was just marked by futility. Hence, I give the book four rather than five stars. Nonetheless, I highly recommend it for Atwood fans as well as others who enjoy character-driven narrative fiction. This goes on my list of favorite Atwood, along with "Oryx and Crake" and "Alias Grace". <br />B0006DL8LQ4112007-08-08

A fun romp!

I loved the Handmaids Tale and enjoyed this book as well, though it is much lighter. The best part of the book was not included in the reviews - her abusive childhood and subsequent eating disorder. The end of the book got more and more implausible and I started to feel like I was reading Jennifer Weiner instead. But, all in all, a really good book; very entertaining.B0006DL8LQ5222006-04-29

One of the better books I've read

I randomly stumbled across this book and I'm so glad. I'd never read any of Atwood's books before this, and was extremely impressed. Her book is a truly inspired blend of hilarious farcical elements combined with haunting, melancholy passages. Joan is an extremely well drawn and three dimensional character, easy to empathize with in spite of, and because of, her numerous quirks, neuroses, and personalities. Combined with Atwood's fluid, flawless writing style, it made for a unique and highly entertaining experience I will not soon forget. Looking forward to reading more from this author. Joan Foster is the bored wife of a myopic ban-the-bomber. She takes off overnight as Canada's new superpoet, pens lurid gothics on the sly, attracts a blackmailing reporter, skids cheerfully in and out of menacing plots, hair-raising traps, and passionate trysts, and lands dead and well in Terremoto, Italy. In this remarkable, poetic, and magical novel, Margaret Atwood proves yet again why she is considered to be one of the most important and accomplished writers of our time.038549105003854910690385490445038549103403854910261000Subjects1Arts & Photography2Biographies & Memoirs3Business & Investing4Children's Books4366Comics & Graphic Novels5Computers & Internet6Cooking, Food & Wine86Entertainment301889Gay & Lesbian10Health, Mind & Body9History48Home & Garden10777Law17Literature & Fiction13996Medicine18Mystery & Thrillers53Nonfiction290060Outdoors & Nature20Parenting & Families173507Professional & Technical21Reference22Religion & Spirituality23Romance75Science25Science Fiction & Fantasy26Sports28Teens27Travel283155BooksB00139HQHMhttp://www.amazon.com/Coin-Collecting-For-Dummies/dp/B00139HQHM%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB00139HQHM4417http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/515aZR1fnSL._SL75_.jpg7560http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/515aZR1fnSL._SL160_.jpg160127http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/515aZR1fnSL.jpg500398Neil S. BermanRon GuthKindle Edition737.4075Kindle BookFor DummiesEnglish2199USD$21.99For Dummies1384eBooks2008-01-02For Dummies2008-01-02For Dummies1319USD$13.19100011ATVPDKIKX0DERhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/help/seller/home.html?seller=ATVPDKIKX0DERNewnewAC1N5PVmu5LtnKWIQIwfzsTkqFExkgGSXI1reEzKCLX70UfRV3202zGVKHjMUIVmYcbt7wAP99X86O8uVUfLIQ%3D%3D1319USD$13.19Usually ships in 24 hours4.5204B00139HQHM5002008-10-13

A Great Place to Start...

A great book for kids and adults that are just starting in coin collecting. The topics range from the simple to the advanced. Read just the chapters that interest you and you will be ahead in the coin collecting game.B00139HQHM4002008-09-03

Great book

I'm still consulting it, but it's a great book. It say what your dealers don't want, or takes you a lot of time to investigate. I'm from Mexico, and mexican coins amateur collector, i have catalogs but this book has been to useful.B00139HQHM5112008-07-25

Great book for getting started

I landed the job of cataloging my Father-in-law's coin collection. I didn't know a thing about coins. I got this book to help point me in the right direction. It is extremely helpful in giving me the terms used and explaining the DO's and Dont's (DO NOT CLEAN THE COINS) of collecting coins. B00139HQHM4112008-05-10

Hello ,Michael Here

Hello , Covers all the basics quite nicely , easy to read and understand. I would strongly suggest you read this book and at least one other on your specific interest before you spend a dime on coins.B00139HQHM3112008-04-29

Good General Info

Good information for someone like myself who is just getting started in coin collecting. Would be too general for someone who is a bit more experienced. No buyer's remorse here!<B>Covers the essentials of coin collecting at an affordable price</B> <P><B>Spend wisely - and then keep your collection in mint condition</B> <P>Can't make heads or tails of numismatics? Welcome to a treasure-trove of information on numismatics - or rather, coin collecting. This hands-on guide escorts you through the world's oldest hobby, covering topics such as how to decide which coins to collect, ways to protect them, buying andselling on the Internet, attending coin shows, to assembling and diversifying your collection. <P>Discover how to: <UL> <LI> <P>Store your collection correctly</P> <LI> <P>Understand how age affects value</P> <LI> <P>Locate rare and expensive coins</P> <LI> <P>Get savvy with avoiding fakes</P> <LI> <P>Get kids or loved ones involved</P></LI></UL>B001EWOFGSB000SMIUDYB000OCXGLEB000FC0Q5W5107Reference5066Antiques & Collectibles48Home & Garden1000Subjects283155Books618073011Kindle Books618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155Books156728011Coins & Medals156718011Antiques & Collectibles156699011Home & Garden292975011Lifestyle & Home154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle Store158233011General158125011Reference154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle Store1601381190http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Guide-Currency-Trading-Investing/dp/1601381190%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D160138119021770http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Onuj4oN8L._SL75_.jpg7549http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Onuj4oN8L._SL160_.jpg160105http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Onuj4oN8L.jpg500329Jamaine BurrellPaperback332.459781601381194801601381190Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)EnglishEnglishEnglish8802495USD$24.95Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)1288Book2007-07-30Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)1006001247USD$12.471247USD$12.471590011ATVPDKIKX0DERhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/help/seller/home.html?seller=ATVPDKIKX0DERNewnewmJDyu3XeJZMnKux5iNHV9teYbkFok315G8EJ8sfPY3Mh%2FNHzJcPbOLxZ8DCcXeH%2BR8yAegXUlEAYZudst7a8gQ%3D%3D1647USD$16.47Usually ships in 24 hours4.520416013811903012008-12-02

More stars for beginner. For more Advanced too Basic, so 3 star.

The book has good a content for a beginner. For a more advanced forex person this book is too basic, that is why I give 3 stars.16013811904232008-09-09

Money is not just paper anymore!

For anyone that is looking to enter the world of currency trading and investing, this book is a must-read. After reading this book, I acquired a solid basic knowledge of this area of financing. Burrell starts with the history of currency and banking, and finishes with procedures that will help you to analyze the market, as well as yourself. <br /> <br />The first chapters explain currency trading and the history of the banks and other financial giants that have an affect on the currency market. I felt the urge to skip these chapters due to dry subject matter and a lot of abbreviations, yet realized that this information would help me to understand how these financial giants affect the financial world. The remaining chapters involve terminology and the actual processes needed for analyzing the markets. Burrell also explains the present online trading and investing practices, as well as the pitfalls to avoid. The final chapters explain how currency trading can affect a person, and some things to consider before entering into this area of trading and investment. <br /> <br />Not being financially proficient, I was impressed with Burrell's writing. Her way of teaching was simple enough, yet was written respectfully as far as the level of vocabulary that he used. The information that Burrell provides is useful and to the point. This book is not for casual reading; it is meant to be studied. I would recommend this book for people wanting to learn the basics when contemplating entering the world of currency trading. <br />16013811904362008-09-03

Trading Made Easier

The Foreign Exchange Market is where world currencies are bought and sold, serving as the largest financial trade market in the world with an estimated $1.9 trillion generated per day. While not everyone understands the ins and outs of currency trading and investing, this complete guide will explain to readers how this economic machine works and impacts their success rate with their personal investments. <br /> <br />Serious investors know they must diversify their portfolio, but rarely consider currency trading. This book navigates the Foreign Exchange Market and futures markets, providing basic information for novice traders to help them notch up their investments and enjoy not just a financial gain, but an information gain, as well. <br /> <br />The book starts out simply addressing currently trading, including the G8, Central Banks, the International Monetary Fund and the role of currency traders. With not enough information out there on this subject, novice traders will be encouraged to find detailed information about Central Banks, ranging from how to peg the U.S. dollar to the role of the Maastricht Treaty, the Bank of Japan and foreign currency like the Euro, the Yen, the British Pound and the Swiss Franc. <br /> <br />Novice traders will glean valuable information about the Foreign Exchange Market and trading. They'll learn about click and deal trading, retail platforms, paper trading, micro accounts and the common forms of trading: spot trading, forwards trading, options trading and futures trading. <br /> <br />It's important to know the lingo involved in trading and this book shares the terms and definitions of common speak used in this field, as well as the mechanics of the Foreign Exchange Market. The appendix of this book provides pertinent and valuable information for those readers wanting to learn even more about this subject, such as Web sites and charts. <br />16013811904362008-08-01

The Scoop on Currency Trading

I opened this book with no idea what to expect as I was not familiar with the idea of currency trading. But in the first chapter I was provided with a detailed description of what currency trading is - trading of world currencies on the Foreign Exchange Market (Forex), the largest financial trade market in the world. <br /> <br />Following a brief introduction to various international currencies, I was educated as to the major financial entities that influence the market greatly, including some that were familiar to me such as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). <br /> <br />In detail, the book educates readers on how the viability of the U.S. Dollar comes into play in more than 90% of all currency trading. With a true global look at the many ways currency can be traded and how one can put into place many trading avenues, its understandable how one can make a living as a currency trader. The book examines various types of trades on the Forex as well as brokers, dealers and accounts. <br /> <br />This would be a great reference tool for anyone with some sort of a financial background, but a little difficult to follow if you have never been exposed to the financial arena. <br />16013811905272008-08-01

The Complete Guide to Currency Trading and Investing

The Complete Guide to Currency Trading & Investing discusses currency trading as well as introduces the reader to currency trading products and markets. This trading guide flows seamlessly from one topic to the next. The manual on trading starts out by describing the major currency markets and electronic trading strategies. Jamaine Burrell gives an excellent description of currency trading fees. The author explains that fundamental analysis and technical trading indicators influence the currency market. A prospective customer can check the firm's regulatory record with the National Futures Association for trades based in the United States or with foreign regulatory agencies if the trader is based outside the United States. <br /> <br /> Each currency trade is based on a pair of currencies that will be traded. The first currency is the currency bought (the bid/buy price) and the second is the currency sold or the ask price). Currency trading is a thinly-regulated, twenty-four hour international securities market. Forex is a very large foreign exchange electronic market. The National Futures Administration overseas the future markets. The role as well as the history of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Fed is described. Foreign regulators are listed and described as well as the types of currency trades that are prevalent in overseas currency markets <br /> The guide describes Forex trading platforms and foreign exchange market conditions. The guide explains how political and economic indicators shape currency markets. The types of trades are defined and described. There are spreads, forwards, options, foreign exchange and swaps. Jamaine Burrell warns the novice currency trader against trading forwards, futures since they are not as closely regulated. These types of currency trades are most frequently associated with fraud. The Complete Guide to Currency Trading & Investing: How to Earn High Rates of Return Safely and Take Control of Your Investments In recent years many smart investors have exited the stock market and other investment areas because they have essentially lost control of their investments. They have relied on the advice and skill of their brokers, bankers, and financial advisors. Many investment and retirement accounts have dwindled. Fortunately, there is a wonderful but little-understood alternative: currency trading and investing. As with many other business segments, the Internet and technology have opened up this attractive marketplace to a new breed of individual investors and speculators working part-time. You and I can now stand on an even playing field with the largest banks and trading institutions from the comfort of home. Currency trading is the practice of exchanging one country's currency for another country's currency. The foreign exchange (Currency or Forex or FX) market is the largest trading market in the world exceeding $1.9 trillion every single day! Essentially there are four variables involved: currencies, exchange rate, time, and interest rate. The relationships of these variables create opportunities for small investors to obtain investment returns that are generally unheard of in the traditional investment world. You owe it to yourself and your family to begin to learn about currency trading. You can get started with just $100 or less, and the investment can easily be managed in a part-time capacity, usually requiring a few hours on the Internet a week from your home or your office. Currency investments can provide you with very high and secure rate of return, in some cases as high as 12%, 18%, 24%, or even 1,000% or more per year. If performed correctly, currency trading will far outpace all other investments. The key is to know how to perform this process correctly. This all sounds great, but what is the catch? There really is none, except you must know what you are doing! This groundbreaking and exhaustively researched new book will provide everything you need to know to get you started generating high-investment returns with low risk from start to finish, and you can start with less than $100. You will learn what currency trading is; how to invest in foreign currency; trading strategies and tactics; technological considerations; how to set up your account online; purchase currency online; day trader insights; current trends; Pivot Programs; price projectors; futures predicting; trading software; insider secrets to help you double or even triple your investment all while avoiding traps and pitfalls. If you are interested in learning hundreds of hints, tricks, and secrets on how to earn enormous profits in currency trading while controlling your investments, then this book is for you.04701276350470097299047013764904702677710132447290713014011General AAS319654011Qualifying Textbooks251254011Custom Stores44258011Specialty Stores283155Books2609Foreign Exchange2604Finance3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2668Futures2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2670Introduction2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2669General2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713058011General AAS2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2722General2717Personal Finance3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713065011General AAS2717Personal Finance3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2592General355577011Popular Economics3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713066011General AAS355577011Popular Economics3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2612General3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713049011General AAS3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books400272011Paperback394184011Mass Market401237011Trade394174011Binding (binding)388186011Refinements283155Books618083011Printed Books618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155BooksB000X16PZKhttp://www.amazon.com/Currency-Trading-For-Dummies/dp/B000X16PZK%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000X16PZK1667http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51RkTiJPnEL._SL75_.jpg7559http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51RkTiJPnEL._SL160_.jpg160127http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51RkTiJPnEL.jpg500396Mark GalantBrian DolanKindle Edition332Kindle BookFor DummiesEnglish2499USD$24.99For Dummies1360eBooks2007-10-22For Dummies2007-10-22For Dummies1484USD$14.84100011ATVPDKIKX0DERhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/help/seller/home.html?seller=ATVPDKIKX0DERNewnew8y1Yiebt2kRtUI%2BSeGklZQtZDEYrV9GTrOFR78Xz3w4cWc9cZ13%2B7%2BJcqfrh4SN%2FWElFuTXggodSXPVz142hMw%3D%3D1484USD$14.84Usually ships in 24 hours4.5133B000X16PZK5002008-11-23

Perfect for a newbie

I am a newbie to currency trading and this book has already given me enough information to start trading. It discusses all aspects in an easy to understand format. This is a must read for the newbie as well as a great reference for those with some trading history. Use it and profit!B000X16PZK4222008-10-25

Now's a time to beat Wall Street

Let's face it, we're losing trillions off Wall Street. But if you time it right, you can buy some cheap currencies now that's going to lead to some solid gains in the future. People are flocking to the dollar which will have the opposite effect down the road with euro and other strong currencies. This book guides you to all of that (the other FOREX books are absolutely weak). See my other reviews for recommendations on how to beat Wall Street.B000X16PZK5222008-10-19

A Must-Read for Forex Beginners

It is great for Forex traders. A lot of field experience, detailed howtos, tips and what to remember are really useful, advices are earnest. It is a must for all new Forex traders before starting the real trade.B000X16PZK5122008-09-08

Currency Trading for Dummies

The book is awesome. Even dumb like me eager to move forward from pages to pages. Really good start for dummies :)B000X16PZK5672008-08-31

Currency Trading For Dummies

This is the book that every Forex trader new and experienced should have in their library. I have been trading on an off for a couple of years and learned more by reading this book in a couple of weeks than I learned reviewing info from dozens of sources. The authors are outstanding and experts in their field and I now am better armed to do battle in the forex market. <B>Features forex market guidelines and sample trading plans</B> <P><B>The fun and easy way to get started in currency trading</B> <P>Want to capitalize on the growing forex market? This nuts-and-bolts guide gives you a step-by-step action plan for understanding and trading the forex market. It offers practical guidance and savvy tips in everything from comprehending currency quotes to using leverage, trading with fundamentals, and navigating technical analysis. <UL> <LI>Identify trading opportunities <LI>Understand what drives the market <LI>Choose a trading broker <LI>Execute a successful trade <LI>Minimize risk and maximize profit <LI>Analyze currency charts</LI></UL>B001C34ID4B001BMMGZSB001B8NWAK2722General2717Personal Finance3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713065011General AAS2717Personal Finance3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2612General3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713049011General AAS3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books618073011Kindle Books618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155Books154876011Foreign Exchange154872011Finance154821011Business & Investing154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle Store154945011Introduction154940011Investing154821011Business & Investing154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle Store154878011General154821011Business & Investing154606011Kindle Books133141011Categories133140011Kindle Store067153744Xhttp://www.amazon.com/Vandals-Crown-Currency-Traders-Overthrew/dp/067153744X%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D067153744X1700808MillmanAudio Cassette332.0429780671537449Audiobook82067153744XAudioworksEnglishEnglishEnglish7021700USD$17.00Audioworks2Book1995-06-01AudioworksAudioworks41454195USD$1.9594USD$0.94141800004.592067153744X4002004-11-24

An Interesting and Enjoyable Read

Vandal's Crown is written with an easy and enjoyable style that makes a potentially difficult subject fascinating. You do not need a lot of prior knowledge about financial instruments to follow it as he clearly explains the basic hows and whys of each of them. Also, he interweaves relevant anecdotal text that has you smiling as you learn. My primary complaint is that the overall structure of the material makes it a bit difficult to see the themes of the book until you are well into the material. Despite this, I highly recommend it and will probably read it a second time.067153744X5332004-08-26

Well Worth Reading.

Read this well documented book if you are a currency trader and you want to learn a well researched history of currency markets. You'll have a better understanding of "behind closed doors" government intervention and what to watch for on the news. A little difficult to read at times due to its depth, but well worth it for the fundmental knowledge gained.067153744X5332004-02-10

A book everyone needs to read

Talk about a book that everyone should read, but no one will, this is it. A terrific, plain language explanation of the origins of money and how understanding money leads to political sophistication and concommitant societal benefits. <p>This book makes many cogent arguments that deal with war and external defense, interior political and civil stabilty, the societal need for a stable currency, the need for a rule of law to protect private property rights, and the implications of the velocity and movements of global currency trading. It does a great job of explaning financial derivitives, options, inflation, debasement of the currency via political corruption, and financial globalization of trade and currencies.<p>It contains a marvelous retelling of history thru the eyes of a currency sophisticate, one who incorporates a history of revolutions, and the subsequent rebuildings of the societies that gain prominence in their aftermath. <p>The backdrop for this fascinating tale is the rise of the micro-chip, the story of the digital revolution. This running-wild tale illustrates how technology has outstripped the ability of dictators to throttle it, and how society has commensurately reaped the benefits. It's a paradigm for the future and deserves to be more widely understood. It has shaken up the strangle hold of one political philosophy ruling the media, and in the future it will reform tort law and academia. It's all here for those willing to study it.<p>Read it!067153744X5442001-08-10

A review of this Great Book.

This book, although presenting complex concepts, is easy to understand through is storytelling type narrative. It talks very in an engaging and human manner of topics and concepts and written otherwise be considered too esoteric for the layman. This book is good if your interested in finance and trading, as well as the new financial weapons of traders that are (really) more powerful than politicians could ever be. I am probably biased, but the book is so good. It is even relevant today, even years after it was written. The book's analysis of past events, such as the reasons for the rocketing jump in Treasury bond yields in 1994 or the reasons behind the crash of the ERM are excellent.067153744X4332001-02-13

adventures in currency trading

I found this book difficult to follow at times. However, it was very informative about the history of currency and options trading. This is a very interesting history. A greek philosopher, a secret love affair which resulted in a duel to the death and extensive pilitical corruption all took part in this history. This political corruption involved governments inflating the value of their countrys currency. A few people realized what the government was up to. These people are the "Rebel Currency traders." This book is about their cause to take away the power of the government to set the value of their country's currency, and give the power to the international market. The book is worth reading.The Vandals' Crown paints a vivid picture of the band of international money masters who have broken down the walls that used to separate national economies and financial markets. Includes exclusive updated material. 2 cassettes.03121590051586481819140006351508873066750140143459B00001YVFP2237General2236Business44Books on Cassette368395011Audiobooks504358Formats251254011Custom Stores44258011Specialty Stores283155Books658010General44Books on Cassette368395011Audiobooks504358Formats251254011Custom Stores44258011Specialty Stores283155Books2628General2625Accounting2624Industries & Professions3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713054011General AAS2625Accounting2624Industries & Professions3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2612General3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713049011General AAS3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books266118General266117Accounting173509Accounting & Finance173507Professional & Technical1000Subjects283155Books713535011General AAS266117Accounting173509Accounting & Finance173507Professional & Technical1000Subjects283155Books266112Banks & Banking266111Finance266108International173509Accounting & Finance173507Professional & Technical1000Subjects283155Books618077011Books on Cassette618075011Audiobooks618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155Books0070647577http://www.amazon.com/Futures-Game-Who-Wins-Loses/dp/0070647577%3FSubscriptionId%3D05ERXYTS89KFGEPQR5G2%26tag%3Dthebookrevi0b-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0070647577171654http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51SE67PQyFL._SL75_.jpg7550http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51SE67PQyFL._SL160_.jpg160106http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51SE67PQyFL.jpg500331Richard J. TewelesFrank, J. JonesHardcover332.64497800706475721730070647577McGraw-HillEnglishEnglishEnglish8825995USD$59.95McGraw-Hill1676Book1998-11-30McGraw-HillMcGraw-Hill6397853062902656063147USD$31.472394USD$23.9422100011ATVPDKIKX0DERhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/help/seller/home.html?seller=ATVPDKIKX0DERNewnewNrD61SLGKhIBD4VrTrEwZvI1C5Ly1gs7ONXaG70a2dqOTdFLWVaOIxtdpTzg%2BRH76OGN%2B05HxXj1MnP2Ed0p8w%3D%3D3857USD$38.57Usually ships in 24 hours4.08200706475775002008-09-03

Good Futures Book

Be prepared to get into the nitty gritty of futures trading with this book, I bought it because I was slightly interested and got a little more than I expected, however was still a fascinating read, and not too technical.00706475772122008-03-26

Not the essence of clarity.

The author makes the following comment: "....literature on hedging in futures marets is not the essence of clarity." I hope he was including himself. If you don't have a pretty good foundation in Futures you don't need to start w/ this book. I don't know why writers can't start with the basics and work up to the complex nuances. I was very disapointed.00706475775242007-04-29

Of all my books...

... this come comes out "tops". I use the information I learned from this book daily as I trade not only futures but also forex. If you are a trader, this one needs to be one of your "top" resources.00706475775332006-10-29

Futures Game

I am a long time futures investor and I have several books on the subject. This book: "The Futures Game" is superb. It is complete and the only one to consult.0070647577314222001-08-04

A textbook for beginners

This book is an essential a textbook for college students. It provides all the basic materials about the futures market. But I feel it doesn't cover too much about the problems of real world trading. After trading for sometimes, I know that there are many tricks using by the professional traders. They are really important. They can give you edges over other traders. But they are seldom covered in college textbooks. So you still need to read other books or learn from other people before you put the money into this risky game.Since it first exploded onto the markets in 1974, THE FUTURES GAME has helped thousands of traders gain an intelligent understanding of futures markets. Over the years, Richard Teweles and Frank Jones have kept their fingers on the pulse of the dynamic futures trading industry, first updating their classic text in 1987. Now, this third edition of THE FUTURES GAME has been completely updated and revised to keep all participants--whether speculators or hedgers, new or veteran--one step ahead of this fast moving, high-stakes game. Combining two decades of strength and wisdom with todayOs most innovative research and strategic recommendations, this guide to the futures markets continues its reign as the number one tool for futures trading mastery. THE FUTURES GAME, 3rd Edition, walks you through the universe of futures trading possibilities and opportunities, starting with an in-depth discussion of market basics that includes the nature of the contract, the organized markets for those contracts, and the relationship between cash and futures prices. The elements of successful trading are isolated, described, and analyzed to make you familiar with profitable decision-making processes. After that, detailed chapters devoted to particular markets explain price determinants and speculative possibilities within currencies, commodities, and stock index futures. "Notes from a Trader" sections go beyond theory and speculation to provide valuable tips and pointers -- expert guidance you can use to squeeze the maximum benefit from each trade. The comprehensive facts and insights packed into this traderOs bible will help you predict what might happen--and why it might happen--in virtually every kind of market. New information in this important third edition includes: Latest research on important topics including efficient market hypothesis, technical and fundamental analysis, and much more E A comprehensive listing of valuable Internet website names and addresses. Stronger emphasis on financial instruments E Innovative strategies for maneuvering through the increasingly important international market E Completely revised sections devoted to Basics of the Game, Playing the Game, How to Win or Lose, Succeeding as a Broker, and Choosing the Correct Markets. Filled with knowledgeable trading strategies and insights, revealing charts on todayOs most interesting futures markets, and numerous respected trading approaches that will allow you to craft a style based on your own strengths and requirements, THE FUTURES GAME is likely to become the one resource you refer to most often.1557381461088730667515928029740471893765007148664X2599Public Finance2581Economics3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2628General2625Accounting2624Industries & Professions3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713054011General AAS2625Accounting2624Industries & Professions3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2668Futures2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2672Options2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2669General2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713058011General AAS2665Investing3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2592General355577011Popular Economics3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713066011General AAS355577011Popular Economics3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books2612General3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books713049011General AAS3Business & Investing1000Subjects283155Books266118General266117Accounting173509Accounting & Finance173507Professional & Technical1000Subjects283155Books713535011General AAS266117Accounting173509Accounting & Finance173507Professional & Technical1000Subjects283155Books394181011Hardcover394174011Binding (binding)388186011Refinements283155Books618083011Printed Books618072011Format (feature_browse-bin)388186011Refinements283155BooksRJSJ7OEJT9WSUFavorite Trading BooksR2HW055MHHOBR0Books to Read IIR3BFV33GQN1ZRLComprehensive Investing Education3RJO6I23XVVDFMy Reading List1HDU3M2GTGGKDTechnical Analysis14S9YA9KQMV3ORecommended By The Meta-Trading Coach!