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Mathematical Techniques in Finance: Tools for Incomplete Markets
Ales Cerny Manufacturer: Princeton University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0691088071 |
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Modern finance overlaps with many fields of mathematics, and for students this can represent considerable strain. Mathematical Techniques in Finance is an ideal textbook for Masters finance courses with a significant quantitative element while also being suitable for finance Ph.D. students. Developed for the highly acclaimed Master of Science in Finance program at Imperial College London, it offers a carefully crafted blend of numerical applications and theoretical grounding in economics, finance, and mathematics. In the best engineering tradition, Ales Cerný mixes tools from calculus, linear algebra, probability theory, numerical mathematics, and programming to analyze in an accessible way some of the most intriguing problems in financial economics. Eighty figures, over 70 worked examples, 25 simple ready-to-run computer programs, and several spreadsheets further enhance the learning experience. Each chapter is followed by a number of classroom-tested exercises with solutions available on the book's web site.
Applied mathematics is a craft that requires practice--this textbook provides plenty of opportunities to practice it and teaches cutting-edge finance into the bargain. Asset pricing is a common theme throughout the book; and readers can follow the development from discrete one-period models to continuous time stochastic processes. This textbook sets itself apart by the comprehensive treatment of pricing and risk measurement in incomplete markets, an area of current research that represents the future in risk management and investment performance evaluation.
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An excellent introduction to financial mathematics.......2007-01-06
The Best Option Pricing book I've read!,.......2004-10-15
Hands-on & easy to read.......2004-05-25
The reason being that the author uses a more informal style than most quant books and is very hands-on. If you're interested in understanding quant models and eventually applying them in the real world, then this is the kind of book you want. If you're looking for mathematical beauty and formalism, then look elsewhere.
The editors could have done a better job with some of the flow and formatting - maybe next edition (it is sometimes hard to link the text to the figures and tables).
Great book.
Very good coverage, practical orientation.......2004-01-09
A variety of illustrations of this practical emphasis might be adduced. In the preface, for example, Dr. Cerný tells us frankly that in his experience "is it hard to understand the Itô calculus, but it is possible to get used to it and to apply it quickly and consistently...." [italics in original.]
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Training Clips 150 Short Handouts, Discussion Starters and Checklists
Mike Lynch , and Harvey Lifton Manufacturer: HRD Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Ring-bound ASIN: 0874254310 |
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Contains 150 reproducible, insightful short pieces on a wide range of management issues and training topics. Includes a CD-ROM to give you added flexibility to copy clips to your PC for printing, and even allows you to distribute clips via e-mail.
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Agricultural Communications: Changes and Challenges
Kristina Boone Manufacturer: Iowa State Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0813821673 |
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The KidHaven Science Library - Killer Asteroids (The KidHaven Science Library)
Peggy J. Parks Manufacturer: KidHaven Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0737730560 |
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Earth is constantly bombarded by debris from space. Tons of ice fragments, dust, and meteorites fall from the sky every day, but most of the debris burns up in the atmosphere before it can cause any harm. Large asteroids are much less common -- but they are a deadly threat if they reach the ground. This book explains what asteroids are, how they form, and damage they have caused in the past -- including the scientific belief that a massive asteroid killed off the dinosaurs.Customer Reviews:
Just Gruesome Enough for a 1st/2nd Grader.......2006-09-30
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Killer Asteroids (Weird and Wacky Science)
Margaret Poynter Manufacturer: Enslow Publishers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Library Binding ASIN: 089490616X |
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Fun Science for Everyone.......2006-11-17
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Killer Rocks from Outer Space: Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors (Discovery)
Steven N. Koppes Manufacturer: Carolrhoda Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0822528614 |
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Search For The Killer Asteriod
Gregory L. Vogt Manufacturer: Millbrook Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Library Binding ASIN: 1562944487 |
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Spaced Out! Display: An Extreme Reader; From Warps and Wormholes to Killer Asteroids
Bill Scheller Manufacturer: Planet Dexter ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 0448419165 |
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Star Fist Boxed Game (The Terran Space Fleet Faces a Killer Asteroid)
Steve Jackson Games Manufacturer: Steve Jackson Games ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1556342136 |
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Boxed Game
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Killer collision: dino demise traces to asteroid-family breakup.(This Week): An article from: Science News
R. Cowen Manufacturer: Thomson Gale ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B000WQ6A4M Release Date: 2007-10-03 |
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This digital document is an article from Science News, published by Thomson Gale on September 8, 2007. The length of the article is 552 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Discover February 2001 - Killer Asteroid, Mammoths in Siberia, In Search of Dian Fossey, Sick Oceans, Sick Whales, Why You Should Love Napster (The World of Science, Vol.22 No. 2)
Manufacturer: Discover Magazine ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000N6KYUC |
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Rehabilitation of Rivers: Principles and Implementation
Manufacturer: Wiley ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0471957534 |
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Rehabilitation of Rivers Principles and Implementation Edited by Louise C. de Waal Division of Environmental and Analytical Sciences, University of Wolverhampton, UK Andrew R. G. Large Department of Geography, University of Newcastle, UK and P. Max Wade Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Hertfordshire, UK River rehabilitation has become an issue at the top of the agenda for water authorities and river managers in many countries throughout the world. This challenging topic involves a wide range of themes, many of which are brought together in this volume. They concern planning strategy, implementation and project appraisal for a number of different types of river systems including upland, lowland and urban rivers. Topic areas addressed include hydrology, geomorphology, ecology and economics as, to be successful, rehabilitation of freshwaters must incorporate all of these subjects within a holistic framework. This volume covers a wide range of countries, provides comprehensive and integrated coverage of factors concerning river rehabilitation and encompasses policy, planning and implementation. As such, the text will have a lasting reference value and practical application. Rehabilitation of Rivers combines prescriptive, analytical and reviewing contributions, covering a wide range of case studies from Britain, continental Europe, the USA, Australia and Japan. It also examines strategic issues such as catchment planning and integrated application of ecology and engineering in river rehabilitation. This book will be an important text for all water authorities and river managers as well as hydrologists, geomorphologists, ecologists and nature conservationists.Customer Reviews:
Complements.......2000-02-01
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Rehabilitation of Rivers: principles and implementation.(Review): An article from: The Geographical Journal
Lindsey Mcewen Manufacturer: Royal Geographical Society ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B0008I7W3M Release Date: 2005-07-28 |
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This digital document is an article from The Geographical Journal, published by Royal Geographical Society on June 1, 2001. The length of the article is 456 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Rehabilitation of Rivers - Principles & Implementation
DE WAAL Manufacturer: NY ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000N57LCW |
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Gym Climbing: Maximizing Your Indoor Experience (Mountaineers Outdoor Expert)
Matt Burbach Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0898867428 |
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From the editor of Urban Climber magazine: solid, clear instruction that takes gym climbers from novice to master.*Indoor climbing is growing rapidly-significantly faster over the past five years than surfing, snowboarding, skateboarding and mountain climbing according to the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association *Author is a pioneering instructor and gym climbing course developer *Key exercises reinforce fundamental skills, illustrated in sequential photos
Gym climbing has evolved into a sport in its own right and Matt Burbach has been there to spur it on. He established, developed, and directed the Indoor Climbing School of Earth Treks Climbing Center in Maryland, the largest climbing gym on the east coast. Now he presents the same techniques and training exercises honed by coaching hundreds of climbers.
Burbach covers all aspects of indoor rock climbing in detail, including what to look for in a gym, analysis of equipment and how it works, proper top-rope systems management, and movement technique. More advanced indoor climbers will appreciate chapters on topics such as indoor leading, performance, competition climbing, and bouldering. For outdoor rock climbers now training in gyms, this guide aids the "reverse" transition from climbing on real rock to pulling on plastic. Throughout, Burbach not only demonstrates the proper techniques and skills, but goes one step further to explain why those practices are better.
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If you climb you need this book!.......2005-03-10
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The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament
John H. Walton , Victor H. Matthews , and Mark W. Chavalas Manufacturer: InterVarsity Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0830814191 |
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Edited by John H. Walton, Victor H. Matthews and Mark Chavalas, this unique commentary joins the IVPBBC: New Testament in giving historical, social and cultural background for each Old Testament passage from Genesis to Malachi.Customer Reviews:
A Most Helpful Quick Reference.......2007-04-17
So much good info.......2007-03-09
Excellent Cultural Orientation Tool.......2007-02-17
Good, but not as detailed as the New Testament companion volume.......2006-07-07
Exceptional Resource!.......2004-05-29
Two main reasons to buy this book: 1) We are all very removed from the cultural perspective of the authors who wrote the Old Testament. This book helps bridge that gap by pointing out details we would consider irrelevant and giving context to other details we would otherwise misunderstand. 2) The text is highly readable and accessible for a wide selection of readers. The scholarship is very strong, fair, and thought-provoking, and furthermore, the editorial team did an excellent job ensuring that the information was presented in a clear and interesting manner. I've often found myself provoked to curiousity and ended up reading more than I originally intended to (and, no, that is not a habit for me with most reference books!).
A brief word, too, about the fact that an evangelical publisher is responsible for this book being published. First, every publishing house has biases, so to judge an evangelical publisher for publishing work sympathetic to evangelical tendencies is a bit harsh. Secondly, as one who reads a fair amount from a variety of sources, I have often found that IV Press books exhibit an uncommon level of integrity and fairness in the way their books are written. Thirdly, it is a logical fallacy to argue that a book does not contain truth or is inaccurate due to its origin. Have an open mind and judge the accuracy of the material on its own merits.
Really, this is a great text. I know several dozen men and women who regularly use this book in their work and who consider it very helpful for the purpose of presenting Scripture accurately. I strongly encourage you to buy and use this book.
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The Ivp Bible Background Commentary: Genesis-Deuteronomy (IVP Bible Background Commentary)
John H. Walton , and Victor H. Matthews Manufacturer: InterVarsity Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0830814566 |
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Why is the serpent singled out as more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made?Why was pork considered unclean and forbidden?What is the cultural significance of the golden calf?These and many more questions arise as we read the first five books of the Old Testament. But the answers won't be found merely by searching the text more carefully. They call for knowledge apart from the text of Scripture. They summon us to investigate the world of the Bible that lies outside the Bible. It is a world that the original readers of Genesis, Exodus and the other books would have been very familiar with, a world that would have required little extra explanation for them. But few of us, now centuries removed from the time of the books' first writing, are equipped for such understanding.Fortunately in recent decades much has been learned of that distant and ancient Near Eastern world. But much of that knowledge is still "locked up" in archaeological studies and academic texts to which scholars alone hold the keys.In The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Genesis--Deuteronomy, John Walton and Victor Matthews make accessible to us the results of extensive historical and cultural investigation and then apply it toward our understanding of each passage of the Pentateuch. Like its predecessor, the bestselling IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament, this work is a "must have" for every student of the Bible. Pastors, teachers, Sunday-school teachers, college and seminary students, and everyday readers of the Bible will find it a priceless and constant companion to their study and reading of these five foundational books of the Old Testament.Customer Reviews:
You won't want to put it down........1999-10-10
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We Are All the Same: A Story of a Boy's Courage and a Mother's Love
Jim Wooten Manufacturer: Penguin (Non-Classics) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0143035991 |
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Award-winning correspondent for ABC World News and Nightline Jim Wooten is a seasoned newsman who has covered tragedy the world over. Now he tells the story of Nkosi Johnson, an eleven-year-old South African boy born with AIDS into poverty in a shantytown and given only a few years to live. But his ailing mother managed to cross her country's divisions of race and class to bring him to Gail Johnson, who would raise him for her. Before his own death at the age of twelve, Nkosi had become, in Nelson Mandela's words, an icon of the struggle for life for millions in Africa and around the world. And he had changed Wooten's life in ways Wooten is still discovering. We Are All the Same is a work of Biblical simplicity and power that reveals the astonishing resilience of the human spirit.Customer Reviews:
an amazing book ever.......2007-05-31
We Are All the Same Review.......2007-05-30
We Are All The Same.......2007-05-29
We're All the Same but We Write Differently.......2005-09-30
Awareness Lit.......2005-08-27
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WE ARE ALL THE SAME : A STORY OF A BOY'S COURAGE AND A MOTHER'S LOVE
JIM WOOTEN Manufacturer: Penguin (Non-Classics) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OJDAMM |
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