The book is written in an easy to read style and can be used as a handbook for either students or industry practitioners. The author has purposely stayed away from high level academics, complex mathematics and industry jargon. The book covers all aspects of due diligence including people, legal structures, financial structures, commercial go to market, and product or technology analysis. In addition, the author takes the reader through the world of corporate finance using current anecdotal examples from actual assignments undertaken from his investment bank.The author has taught and lectured extensively on this and other topics, and the reader can almost hear him speaking.