While dozens of books purport to be for the beginning investor, most "beginner" books assume a level of knowledge that true novices just don't have. "Understanding Stocks "is targeted to the beginning investor, providing a concise yet comprehensive overview of the stock market without subjecting readers to terms and ideas they can't understand and frankly, will probably never use.. .

Written in an engaging and direct style, "Understanding Stocks "uses short, easy-toread chapters to provide a solid working knowledge of the stock market.. .

Topics include: . . What is a stock? . How to place a trade . Evaluating a stock . Knowing when to sell . . .