Kevin Mirabile provides the unique perspective of a 35 year practitioner turned academic on hedge fund investing. Using plain language explanations of complex topics and strategies, you'll be able to use the knowledge in this book whether you're a financial advisor, an academic, a student or a beginner. This is a useful tool for anyone who wants to better understand who invests in hedge funds, why they invest, and how to evaluate the performance and risk. This book covers everything from the the basics to exploring new, exotic investment strategies. "Hedge Fund Investing" provides an excellent foundation for anyone who is a potential hedge fund investor. Examining hedge funds from commercial and academic perspectives sheds light on many aspects of hedge fund investing that many investors don't fully understand.