The third edition of The Theory of Interest is significantly revised and
expanded from previous editions.
The text covers the basic mathematical theory of
interest as traditionally developed. The book is a thorough treatment of the mathematical
theory and practical applications of compound interest, or mathematics of finance.
The pedagogical approach of the second edition has been
retained in the third edition. The textbook narrative emphasizes both the importance of
conceptual understanding and the ability to apply the techniques to practical problems.
The third edition has considerable updates that make this book relevant to students in
this course area.
Table of Contents
1: The Measurement of Interest
2: Solution of Problems in Interest
3: Basic Annuities
4: More General Annuities
5: Amortization Schedules and Sinking Funds
6: Bond and Other Securities
7: Yield Rates
8: Practical applications
9: More advanced financial analysis
10: The term structure of interest rates
11: Duration, convexity and immunization
12: Stochastic approaches to interest
13: Options and other derivatives
APPENDIXES
Appendix A: Table numbering the days of the year
Appendix B: Illustrative mortgage loan amortization schedule
Appendix C: Basic mathematical review
Appendix D: Statistical background v Appendix E: Iteration methods
Answers to the exercises
Glossary of notation
Index
660 pages, Paperback