Studio Press

Well-written and easy to understand, this book offers an excellent introduction to anyone looking to enter the complicated world of currency trading. To someone like me who had only a passing knowledge of the world of international finance, this book provides a strong base of knowledge and levels the playing field for a newcomer with a passion to learn. The chapter devoted to the Forex Market was especially useful to me and is a must read for anyone even just interested in learning more about currency trading and investing.Like so many specialized fields, currency trading has its own language, language that can be daunting to a newcomer to the field. Burrell does a stellar job of weaving explanations of important terms seamlessly throughout the text. After reading this book, I feel much more confident getting involved in discussion about currency trading and in following the market news. I also feel Burrell made clear the possible perils of currency trading and investing, never seeking to glamorize this volatile market.Burrell's obvious knowledge on the subject combined with strong writing skills made this book enjoyable to read and easy to understand. Whether you're a former English major who never took a class on finance, or a former Finance major just trying to reconnect with the industry, this book is a must-have for the reference shelf of anyone interested in currency trading and investing.