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# Bridges basic calculus to advanced stochastic calculus Intuitive, hands-on learning with discrete chapters Updated content with new continuity and topics An Introduction to the Mathematics of Financial Derivatives

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## Key Features

- • **Learn at Your Pace:** Discrete chapters let you customize your learning journey—perfect for busy professionals.
- • **Theory + Application:** Balanced mix of mathematical models and real-world finance problems for hands-on mastery.
- • **Intuition Meets Rigor:** Complex theories broken down with clarity, making advanced finance accessible beyond math experts.
- • **Freshly Revised & Relevant:** Updated by Ali Hirsa to include new topics and improved flow for today’s financial landscape.
- • **From Basics to Breakthroughs:** Seamlessly transition from fundamental calculus to cutting-edge financial derivatives math.

## Overview

An Introduction to the Mathematics of Financial Derivatives is a well-regarded academic text that guides readers from basic calculus and probability to advanced financial engineering concepts using stochastic calculus. Revised by Ali Hirsa, it emphasizes intuitive understanding and practical applications, making complex financial mathematics accessible to professionals beyond pure mathematicians. Despite some editorial inconsistencies noted by readers, it remains a flexible and popular resource for mastering the theoretical and applied aspects of financial derivatives.

## Description

This is an Introduction to the Mathematics of Financial Derivatives is a popular, intuitive text that eases the transition between basic summaries of financial engineering to more advanced treatments using stochastic calculus. Requiring only a basic knowledge of calculus and probability, it takes readers on a tour of advanced financial engineering. This classic title has been revised by Ali Hirsa, who accentuates its well-known strengths while introducing new subjects, updating others, and bringing new continuity to the whole. Popular with readers because it emphasizes intuition and common sense, An Introduction to the Mathematics of Financial Derivatives remains the only "introductory" text that can appeal to people outside the mathematics and physics communities as it explains the hows and whys of practical finance problems. It facilitates readers' understanding of underlying mathematical and theoretical models by presenting a mixture of theory and applications with hands-on learning. It is presented intuitively, breaking up complex mathematics concepts into easily understood notions. It encourages use of discrete chapters as complementary readings on different topics, offering flexibility in learning and teaching.

Review: Riddled with errors and inconsistencies in notation - I really appreciate the gentle introduction into the subject, however, the book is absolutely riddled with errors and inconsistencies in notation. I got up to page 30, and have so far encountered multiple errors per page (!) on average. This makes studying an already tricky subject needlessly frustrating. The book desperately needs some careful editing!
Review: Style of the book is very useful, its does outline some complex topics in good ... - Style of the book is very useful , its does outline some complex topics in good ways with good details. BUT and its a big but I'm afraid , the editing of this book has gone completely awry. Lots of misprints and mistakes In formulas. Can get around it if you really really concentrate but its supposed to teach not require correction. The answer book is the same , questions left out and mistakes . In the main text book , P219 has the Black and Scholes formula wrong !! That's fairly poor. That said the the way the topics are presented is very good. Don't think the author is at fault here but maybe the publisher >]>?

## Features

- An ntroduction to the Mathematics of Financial Derivatives
- Brand: Academic Press

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
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| Best Sellers Rank | 1,519,606 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 1,941 in Applied Mathematics (Books) 2,210 in Higher Mathematical Education 65,001 in Scientific, Technical & Medical |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 29 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐ Riddled with errors and inconsistencies in notation
*by A***R on 13 May 2025*

I really appreciate the gentle introduction into the subject, however, the book is absolutely riddled with errors and inconsistencies in notation. I got up to page 30, and have so far encountered multiple errors per page (!) on average. This makes studying an already tricky subject needlessly frustrating. The book desperately needs some careful editing!

### ⭐⭐⭐ Style of the book is very useful, its does outline some complex topics in good ...
*by J***Y on 6 December 2016*

Style of the book is very useful , its does outline some complex topics in good ways with good details. BUT and its a big but I'm afraid , the editing of this book has gone completely awry. Lots of misprints and mistakes In formulas. Can get around it if you really really concentrate but its supposed to teach not require correction. The answer book is the same , questions left out and mistakes . In the main text book , P219 has the Black and Scholes formula wrong !! That's fairly poor. That said the the way the topics are presented is very good. Don't think the author is at fault here but maybe the publisher >]>?

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars
*by A***I on 26 October 2016*

Excellent book by leading authority

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