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The Definitive Guide to Point and Figure

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Clearly this writer knows his subject. The title says definitive and that's what it is. In my opinion this is a seminal work on the subject.

The structure is generally good. It starts with an introduction to technical analysis which I guess is too short and too basic and could have been left out. The beef starts with the chapter on the history of Point & Figure charts. The chapter is enlightening and informative. Next is characteristics and construction which explains what makes a PF chart and how it is constructed. I was surprised at how many different methods there are. The next chapter is called understanding PF and details patterns and how they are created. He concentrates on how and why there is a pattern which is good. It is also the first time I have seen the old one point reversal charts and modern 3 point charts reconciled. There is a lucid description of the way to apply trend lines and what they mean. A new technique using 'internal lines' is very useful. The chapters just get better and better. There is a whole chapter on targets that has for the first time explained this part of PF to me better than ever before. There is some ground-breaking detail on risk and reward ratios. I am already using these. He does a full step-by-step analysis of an English FT index as well as the Nasdaq Composite. It doesn't stop there. A chapter on the use of moving averages, John Bollinger's bands and Wilder's parabolic on PF charts is clearly a new area. He covers what he calls market breadth and Bullish Percent in meticulous detail. Every step of the way he describes exactly how everything is calculated.

It is an expensive book but its hardback and its in color. That's something you don't ever see. There are lots example charts. The contents are detailed and the index is very good.

I like the writing style. I highly recommend it

Bob Kutchinsky

Just completed this exceptional book. Its a masterpiece in clarity and content. I learned more than I have from any other book and I have used point and figure charts for 9 years. There's a lot I didn't know.

Explains every detail of these charts and how to use them effectively. No other book on point and figure does it in so much detail.

The quality of the charts and diagrams set it aside from any other text. Chapter summary's remind you of what you have learnt. There are hundreds of detailed marked up examples.

Sure its expensive but as the other reviewer said you get hard cover and color. Its worth every cent. Its a 10 star book. Get it today. Its a classic in the making.

Kerry

Been looking for a good book on point & figure - this is it - great production - step by step guide - every detail covered - a masterpiece - sure has improved my trading and understanding of the method - 100% recommended

This book is written a bit like a textbook with lots of great examples and sample problems you can work through. Takes you through the history, construction techniques, and principles behind point and figure charting. The writing is clear, the author anticipates most likely misunderstandings and proactively heads them off as they arise. What I feared would be a dry treatment is surprisingly readable, even enjoyable.

I agree with all the other reviewers.

I also bought one of the other highly rated -- and less expensive -- PnF books. This $100 book was by far the better value. I wish I had bought this book first and not bothered with any other book. The other highly rated book was good but this one blows it away.

This book also has the most easy to understand explanation of technical analysis in general, for example, why support and resistance lines work.

In addition to much more than you ever expected about P&F (first time I ever knew of 1 box, 2 box, and 5 box reversals), the author puts it all together in several chapters which go step by step, column by column, through some sample charts pointing out exactly what the author is thinking at every step of the way to analyze a P&F chart.

This is one of the best stock analysis/trading books I ever bought. Just brilliant.

All other books I've read on P&F charts -even the original one-, they ramble around the subject and by the end of the book you know what it means, how to make the chart, visit our website for further information, and that's it.

This books explains it all, no rambling, straight to the point, each page turned is a new learned thing, where you can put a finger on a definite, solid concept. Very scientific approach, at all times interesting and not boring at all.

As a matter of fact, I wrote my little P&F chart program with that book, as it puts a number and a formula behind every concept. Just great !!!

I have yet to trade the systems outlined in this book, but I can honestly say in advance, that this book will enhance my trading and investing by orders of magnitude. This is an extremely well-written book, that is extremely simple to read, and has outstanding examples that pound its principles home. I am going to read it a 2nd time, before embarking on the use of some of its trading mechanisms, but never before have I read book of such diligence, and felt as confident about its use, as I have with this book. I wish I could shake hands with its author !

Highly, highly recommended, if you are interested in learning about P&F, or reviewing its concepts.

This has fast become my favorite Point and Figure technical book. It is easy to read, concise in its explanations and definitions, has plenty of clear examples, doesn't waste time with non-essential storytelling. Depth and range of topics is excellent. This book is worth adding to your personal library.

How much do you value your time? If you put a high price on your time and are interested in Point and Figure charting don't waste it, your time, on cheaper texts. Sure, this is an expensive buy in the PnF book world but as the title says this is "The Definitive Guide to Point and Figure" charting. Excellent, a worthy addition to any traders library.

If you want to learn Point and Figure as a trading tool or just to understand this charting style, this is it. All explanations, charts, and diagrams are crystal clear, simply written, and easy to understand.