The Handbook of Technical Analysis: The Practitioner’s Comprehensive Guide to Technical Analysis

The Handbook of Technical Analysis by Mark Andrew Lim is one of the most extensive and authoritative works ever written on the subject. Designed for serious practitioners, this handbook offers a deep and structured examination of classical charting, statistical indicators, trading psychology, risk management, and practical strategy development.

Spanning over 900 pages, this definitive guide explores the complete spectrum of technical analysis tools—from moving averages and oscillators to Elliott Wave, Gann theory, volume analysis, Fibonacci techniques, and much more. Every topic is meticulously explained with formulas, case studies, and step-by-step applications, making it ideal for traders who want to develop advanced, rule-based systems grounded in both traditional theory and modern statistical backing.

This is not a beginner’s how-to book—it’s a full-on reference manual for traders who are ready to elevate their technical analysis knowledge to a professional level.

✅ What You’ll Learn:

• Detailed application of trend analysis, oscillators, and price action setups
• Integration of classical theories like Dow Theory, Elliott Wave, and Gann
• Pattern recognition across timeframes with statistical confidence
• Comprehensive guide to indicators, divergences, and momentum analysis
• How to design and backtest trading systems using technical principles
• Risk management, trade psychology, and position sizing techniques

💡 Key Benefits:

• One of the most in-depth technical analysis references available
• Bridges classical charting techniques with data-driven market analysis
• Teaches systematic, rules-based trading grounded in robust methodology
• Ideal for self-study, trading system development, or formal training programs
• Includes over 900 illustrations, trade setups, and market application examples

👤 Who This Book Is For:

• Intermediate to advanced traders seeking deep mastery in technical analysis
• Quants, analysts, and strategists developing model-based trading systems
• Institutional traders, hedge fund trainees, or CFA/CFTe candidates
• Educators and mentors teaching high-level technical trading concepts

📚 Table of Contents:

1. Foundations of Technical Analysis
2. Trend Analysis and Dow Theory
3. Candlesticks, Bars, and Chart Construction
4. Support, Resistance, and Volume Analysis
5. Oscillators and Momentum Indicators
6. Pattern Recognition and Market Structure
7. Elliott Wave and Gann Theory
8. Fibonacci Ratios and Harmonics
9. Trading Systems Design and Optimization
10. Risk, Psychology, and Money Management
11. Practical Strategies and Case Studies
12. Glossary, References, and Appendices