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Unlock the secrets of financial engineering with *The Volatility Smile*. This meticulously crafted guide is your gateway to mastering the Black-Scholes-Merton option model, a foundational element in contemporary finance. Authored by eminent figures Emanuel Derman and Michael B. Miller, this book delves into the complexities of option pricing and market volatility, providing a thorough exploration of the volatility smile phenomenon which perplexes many traders and finance professionals. With over 500 pages of expert insights, readers will uncover vital concepts such as hedging techniques, static and dynamic replication, and methodologies for local and stochastic volatility models. This essential resource is tailored for finance students, professionals, and aficionados, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate financial strategies and critically analyze existing valuation models. Perfect your ability to assess risk and construct robust financial models while gaining indispensable insights into implied distributions and transaction costs. Whether you're analyzing option valuation or enhancing your financial literacy, *The Volatility Smile* is an indispensable addition to your finance library. First published in 2016, this brand new edition, featuring an ISBN of 9781118959169, is filled with essential content that addresses the disparities between theoretical models and actual market behavior. Dive into this comprehensive guide and revolutionize your approach to finance today.