Customer Reviews

Viewpoints of a Commodity Trader

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Dozens of two page "chapters", basically trading maxims, cliches and rules and a small description of what and what not to do. Nothing special.

This is a great read if you like to read stories of traders. The book is filled with lots of tales that traders or would be traders will find both true and useful. The second thing is that the book stands the test of time in that it was written years ago. But, it is not a how to book, so if that is what you want you will have to look elsewhere.

The books collection of short stories, is good for the begining trader, but doesn't solve the age old questions of how to trade. it is no Dancing With Lions, by trader X

I originally bought this book because a trading advisor recommended it. Now it has become a cherished companion. In it are a number of short chapters covering a range of issues that are germain to the business of trading. Each of the chapters a suitable for a thought for the day, a quick pick me up, or a meditaion. A real goldmine for the futures trader.

This is a series of brief pep talks for traders. I don't know how useful they are. I found it interesting to read, it's a simple, easy book, but didn't necessarily tell me anything I don't already know. I suppose it may help someone who's emotional state while trading is off kilter. It may help novices although I subscribe to the opinion that experience is really the only teacher. It may also work as a refresher course for an experienced trader who feels like they're losing their knack. It certainly doesn't hurt to read. I mean it doesn't give any bad advice.