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From the introductory concepts through sophisticated applications—the most thorough, authoritative guide to harnessing the power of Japanese candlesticks
The book that introduced traders everywhere how to unleash the awesome power of Japanese Candlestick is now better than ever! Written by the visionary who introduced candlesticks to traders in the West, this new edition of the international bestseller has been fully updated and revised for today’s more competitive and fickle markets. Your complete guide to all things candlesticks, it fills you in on what they are and where they come from, how to read and interpret them and how to use them to anticipate and capitalize on price moves and market changes with a degree of accuracy you never imagined was possible!
Publisher's Preface v
How to Use This Book vii
Meet Steve Nison ix
Introduction xi
Chapter 1: The Basics: Candlestick Construction 1
Chapter 2: Small Real Bodies and Long Sessions 13
Chapter 3: Analysis Based on Shadows 35
Chapter 4: Shooting Stars and High Waves 53
Chapter 5: Engulfing Patterns 69
Chapter 6: More Two-Candlestick Patterns 85
Chapter 7: The Harami and Morning or Evening Star 101
Chapter 8: Looking Through the Window 119
Chapter 9: Mysteries of Support and Resistance 139
Chapter 10: More Support and Resistance Insight 157
Chapter 11: Retracement and Divergence 177
Chapter 12: Head and Shoulders Analysis 193
Chapter 13: Candlesticks in Context 211
Resources 239
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From the introductory concepts through sophisticated applications—the most thorough, authoritative guide to harnessing the power of Japanese candlesticks
The book that introduced traders everywhere how to unleash the awesome power of Japanese Candlestick is now better than ever! Written by the visionary who introduced candlesticks to traders in the West, this new edition of the international bestseller has been fully updated and revised for today’s more competitive and fickle ...