Brian Shannon’s Technical Analysis Using Multiple Timeframes is widely considered a foundational text for modern traders. First published in 2008, the book provides a systematic framework for understanding market structure and identifying high-probability trade setups by aligning different time intervals. Core Philosophy: Market Stages
Want more? Brian Shannon also runs a YouTube channel (Alphatrends) where he applies MTFA to live markets weekly. That’s free. Combine that with the book’s first few chapters (preview on Amazon) – and you’ll out-trade 90% of retail without ever risking a pirate site. Shannon teaches a top-down approach: Weekly → Daily
What I can offer instead:
| Method | Cost | Notes | |--------|------|-------| | Amazon Kindle | ~$35 (or Kindle Unlimited) | Includes highlights, searchable text | | Audible | 1 credit (~$15) | Narrated version, great for commutes | | Internet Archive (Open Library) | Free (borrow) | Legit scanned copy – sometimes available | | Local library | Free | Request interlibrary loan if not in catalog | | Wiley (publisher) | $45 (hardcover) | Supports the author directly | including how to use indicators
Shannon teaches a top-down approach:
Weekly → Daily → 4-hour → 1-hour → 15-min → 5-min and candlestick analysis.