Payments Systems in the U.S. - Third Edition: A Guide for the Payments Professional

Glenbrook, as always, are the pros at payment. They simply explain how the monetary system works which makes it a great newbie guide. However If you do know something about payments already it’s probably just too basic. It is well written.

I didn’t read all of it, but it gives a good overview understanding of the different forms of payments (e.g. debit, ach)

I was glad that each chapter was comprehensive but also lean. However - having an optional section where there was more thought and analysis on trends in place rather than a random tenth chapter would have been better.

I found this book to provide a high-quality overview of how payments work in the US. If you already work in the payments industry then you're likely already be familiar with a lot of the info. Nonetheless, it is useful to read this well-organized overview to clarify our thinking and fill in gaps in knowledge. If you're new to the industry or just curious about payment system then this is the best introductory book that I'm aware of.

Solid basic tutorial. Missing some of the key historical markers including Alfred Bloomingdales influence on General Purpose Credit Card Architechture and how the General Purpose Commercial Card Industry was born. Seems to be missing the effect of Bill Fair and Earl Isaac regarding Risk Management and the more modern impact of Dr. Bill Fitzgerald as it relates to managing risk in all forms of payment.

Awesome book. Offers Comprehensive view of payments in USA!!! Great place to start if this is an area of interest

I still prefer physical books. Personal preference.

Great book if you’re new to the US payments system; very well structured and written.

A great book to understand the Payments industry in the USA. It presents a historic vision and the main knowledge related to this industry.

Yah, I enjoyed the experience.

Great material to understand the basics of payment systems

Ultimate reference for payment systems!