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asked by tsu on November 14, 2006 7:00 PM
Praise for Fixed Income Securities, Second Edition

"What distinguishes this book from many others on the subject is that Tuckman has skillfully combined intuitive rationale with mathematical analysis to give readers a clear and deep understanding of the market. Tuckman has written a comprehensive reference book that should be found on the desks of both seasoned practitioners and novices alike." -Gerald Lucas, Senior Government Strategist, Director, Global Securities Research, Merrill Lynch

"This outstanding book offers a well-written and clear tutorial for many of the cutting-edge analytical techniques and models used in practice. Combines a wealth of institutional knowledge, practical tools, and realistic examples, while giving a clear understanding of the underlying theory." -Francis Longstaff, Professor of Finance, The Anderson School at UCLA

"An excellent reference for anyone intending to bridge the gap between financial mathematics theory and the practice of financial markets." -Marek Musiela, BNP Paribas

"This is an extremely readable book with a balance between technical detail and practical application. Unlike other books in the area, thorough and tightly knit chapters reflect Tuckmans unique background as a well-respected academic and market participant." -Tony D. Kao, Managing Director, Global Fixed Income GM Asset Management


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This book was very hyped up in the other reviews and I couldn't wait to start reading it, but was dissapointed. The author has a different approach than Fabozzi, but it just doesn't work for me. Too many times he makes a statement and then doesn't justify it or add more color to make it relevant or put it in context. The math is confusing. Sometimes the book does not flow well. Instead of continuing to criticize the book, I'll recommend the best book I have ever found on the topic: "Fixed Income Analysis" by Frank Fabozzi. This is the book that Frank wrote for the CFA Program and if you read the preface, you'll know why it is so good.
reviewed by borat on November 15, 2006 5:21 PM

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This item was sent in excellent condition. I did however, request that it be sent within 2 business days and it was not.
reviewed by success06 on November 29, 2006 7:15 PM

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I used to really like Fabozzi books, until he decided to flood the market with quantity instead of quality. Now when you try to find meaningful information, and correct information, about modern asset pricing for fixed income, mortgages, and other coupon instruments, you cannot rely on Fabozzi. Instead, rely on this book. It is perhaps the clearest, best introduction to fixed income curve building, pricing methods, market conventions, and mathematics you can find. I look forward to equally as high quality from Tuckman and will be the first in line for his next book.

reviewed by guitarplayer on November 29, 2006 7:18 PM

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Reading the book requires a little bit understanding of fixed income market. I consider it as the best introductory textbook on fixed income securities. It has very little "monster formula" comparing with other very in-depth books covering a lot inerest rate models. Apparently, you don't have to know stochastic calculus to read this book.
reviewed by linda on November 29, 2006 7:31 PM

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