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The Dow Jones-Irwin Guide To Trading Systems [Hardcover]

Bruce Babcock Jr (Author), Larry Williams (Author)

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Publication Date: March 1989

Comprehensive and authoritative description of the theory, creation, and use of mechanical trading systems. Presents historical tests of various trading systems approaches in 10 markets over a 5 year period.

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Product Details

Hardcover: 316 pages
Publisher: Dow Jones-Irwin; 1st edition (March 1989)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1556231261
ISBN-13: 978-1556231261
Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.9 x 1.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #873,744 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Still relevant after all these years, February 16, 2002

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Very readable, witty and entertaining. Much of the concepts emphasized in the book are essentials of trading. Whilst alot may be now accepted as common knowledge, there remains an enduring quality to this book. Some of the stuff will undoubtedly be very dated (such as references to software etc.). Other issues have remained unresolved (to optimize or not, and how much to optimize). Still other aspects will always be relevant. Personally, I think many traders, at any level will enjoy reading this book, which must be regarded as a classic.

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5.0 out of 5 stars If forced to own only one book on futures this would be it!, January 2, 1999

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Bruce Babcock's book is spectacular. It cuts through all the nonsense in futures trading and reveals what is essential to surviving. Mr. Babcock provides lucid and honest evaluations of popular trading systems. The chapter on optimization is extremely useful. Wonderful book!! Far superior to most of the trash out there.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must for a system developer, June 29, 1998

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Published in 1989 ! A great guide to trading systems. Recommended !

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For those interested in system development, explains concepts in a simple yet relevant way. The book is over 20 years old, yet the concepts are timeless. Read more

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