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To: Pepper1 who wrote (28693)	3/20/1999 1:26:00 AM
From: HeatherN	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 120523

Pepper, Consider looking at Murphy's "Technical Analysis of Financial Markets".(Not having it right in front of me, I think that is the exact title.) It provides a clear and concise introduction to basic technical analysis presented in an entirely readable format. This book has been the backbone of my initial education and a 1999 edition is now available. Also, there is an accompanying workbook for the truly studious among us. As an MD who has been forced to plod through many dry-as-dust textbooks, this was a pleasure to read. TA basics need not be as difficult as quantum physics. The application of these methods however is the true art. Fortunately we have Jenna to guide us!<g>

To: Pepper1 who wrote (28693)	3/20/1999 12:31:00 PM
From: RTev	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 120523

A TA book that I've found helpful as a beginner is "Getting started in Technical Analysis" by Jack D. Schwager. It concentrates more on chart patterns than on indicators and doesn't deal with the math or underlying theories, but I've found it to be a helpful introduction -- especially since there are many good indicator tutorials on the web that can be used in conjunction with the book. Another factor: unlike all too many stock books, this one is both well-written and well-edited. On the other hand, the book's designer made an unfortunate choice in using dark blue ink for the text, but that W:DAW [warning: designer at work] mistake can be overcome with a bright reading light.