The Definitive Guide to Point and Figure

Professional Reviews

Not only does Mr. du Plessis plumb the history and elucidate the present state of point and figure analysis, he looks at a craft many regard as passe and sees a vibrant future. This eye-opener is a welcome addition to the literature of technical analysis. John Bollinger, CFA, CMT, President, Bollinger Capital Management

Even though point and figure charting is 120 years old, Mr. du Plessis has brought a truly fresh and authoritative approach to a subject that is central to technical analysis. Bravo! Bruce M. Kamich, CMT, Adjunct Professor of Finance at Baruch College, Past President of the Market Technicians Association

If you had to go to a desert island and were only allowed to take one investment tool with you, then it should be the Point and Figure chart. If you were also allowed to take only one book, other than the Bible and the works of Shakespeare, then make it this Definitive Guide by Jeremy du Plessis. The whole subject is covered from its early historical beginnings as a way of noting the noise of the ticker tape in the days of Charles Dow, then called the Book method, through its evolution to become the 'Voice of the market'. How to construct and use the charts and their unequivocally clear buy and sell signals, revelation of trend, reversal, support and resistance levels are all revealed and well illustrated. The subject is explained as an evidence gathering procedure, that leads to a successful trading method, with accurate entry, stop loss, and targets. It is also brought right up to date with some new thinking involving indicators such as OBV, Bollinger bands, and parabolic stop and reverse signals.You will have such a great time working through it on your desert island that you might not want to come home. Robin Griffiths FSTA, Head of Asset Allocation, Rathbone Investment Management

A superbly comprehensive book on this powerful technique from one of the world's leading experts on the subject. A must read for all serious technicians and investors. Adam Sorab, Chairman UK Society of Technical Analysts

Rarely does a book live up to its claim of being the 'definitive' guide to something. Jeremy du Plessis' new book lives up to that claim and more. It's almost impossible to imagine a more definitive treatment of point and figure charting. The author pays homage to its early development and the pioneers who first wrote about it. He gives extensive coverage to the original 1-point reversal method before moving on to the more modern methods. The subject is examined from every conceivable angle. I'm not aware of anyone who has even attempted to combine p&f charting with so many modern technical indicators. I expect that du Plessis' book will not only become the definitive book on point and figure, but will also become a classic in the field of technical analysis. John Murphy CMT, Author of Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets

"Let me say that from first learning of point and figure charts on one of your courses I have seen them as a very useful trading asset and have taken a particular interest in them. I have been quickly through Jeremy's book and one of the things that I have found to be very useful is the combination of the moving average with the point and figure chart." - T.D. Belfast

"I used to be a great believer in P&F in the days when I was a junior floor trader fifty years ago but never found anything a tenth as informative as Jeremy's book is obviously going to be. Some of his pattern identification awoke instant recognition - so I am looking forward to getting in deeper, particularly to better understanding of the counts. I shall take it on holiday with me next month." - A.B. Suffolk

"I am enjoying the book immensely and have started some sections for the second time. I have several books on Point & Figure but this book is a step change in conveying a real understanding. None of the others present the subject in such an explicit and erudite manner with such a nice easy style. Understanding the basis of signals gives you a much better feel." - N.B. West Sussex

"I have been using point and figure charting techniques since early in the year. So I was looking forward to receiving Jeremy's book and I have not been disappointed. I am currently on Chapter 4 and enjoying starting from the basics again. Using point and Figure I am far more comfortable with my way of investing than I have ever been with any other charting system." - A.B. Notts

"In the first few pages I have read I have found the book most informative and very interesting. I have covered the chapters on the origins of point and figure or figure charts. I like Jeremy's style and way of explaining things so I am really looking forward to reading the whole book cover to cover as soon as I can." - R.D. Powys

"I am only part way through your book but I am thoroughly enjoying it. In the past, point and figure did not seem to work for me but already I can see were I may have misread the signs together with new signals that I had not appreciated were there. A great, easy to read book." - R.B. Hassocks

"I'm on page 123 after a few days. I have made myself read every page! The quality of the book is impressive. It is clearly and authoritatively written, enabling me to get into the meat of P&F quite easily." - M.R. Cornwall

"I have to say that Jeremy's Book is absolutely 'brilliant'! I am now on my second reading but understand it perfectly. It runs smoothly and is easily understood. I have always liked point and figure but never really understood the intricacies of principle. These have been perfectly elucidated and I congratulate Jeremy on an exceptional reference." - G.G. London

"I have read the book from cover to cover, I couldn't put it down." - I.M. Kent

"Without question, one of the great technical analysis books currently available" - The Technical Analyst

Shortlisted for the 2013 Technical Analyst Book of the Year Award