This investment guide discusses tools and techniques for determining the value of assets, including stocks, bonds, options, futures, and real assets. The book explains the theory and application of different valuation models and clarifies each step of the process. Advice is offered on choosing the right model, applying valuation techniques to start-up firms and unconventional assets, and real option theory. Case studies illustrate major points. Damordaran teaches finance at New York University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)