Here:

http://www.amazon.com/Evidence-Based-Technical-Analysis-Scie...

Bottom line (but very controversial among any diverse group of investors): it doesn't work. I always try to steer people away from it if - it's one of those big choices in life (like choosing a good wife or husband) that can have a major impact a few decennia down the line.

The art of reading stock charts is called technical analysis (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technical_analysis). It's disputed whether it works or not, but it's fun to try!