Fabio Ambrosio, JD, LLM, MBA, CPA/PFS/ABV, CFP, EA, CVA, MAFF, CFE, CGMA, is a Professor of Taxation at Central Washington University. In addition to being licensed as an attorney-at-law and Certified Public Accountant in the State of Washington, he is also a trained mediator, business valuator, and forensic analyst.
Through this book Professor Ambrosio offers an important contribution to the study of tax law and to the training of professionals qualified to practice in this field, gathering the technical elements necessary to understand the subject without losing the critical perspective on the topics covered. - Prof. Dr. Andre Alves Portella, Center for Studies in Taxation and Public Finance, Federal University of Bahia, Brazil This book provides a completely fresh new and innovative way to learn about taxes. The text provides in-depth analysis of the historical background of the U.S. tax structure and an easy to read application of tax laws with numerous examples. The reader will walk away with a thorough understanding of modern tax administration in America, as this book brings clarity and simplicity to an otherwise complex subject. - John T. Schooler, Esq. Retired) Supervisory Appeals Officer, Internal Revenue Service, Adjunct Professor, University of California at Los Angeles Extension This book is an excellent resource for anyone wishing to understand the intricacies of the U.S. tax system. Written clearly and comprehensibly, the book expounds the underlying principles of U.S. tax policy. - Dr. Gaurav Gupta, CMA, CFE, Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina Wilmington Professor Ambrosio has produced a very useful treatise for those looking to familiarize themselves with the current taxation system employed in the United States. This book will provide a very good starting point for anyone looking to prepare themselves for further, more intense studies of the subject. - Greg C. Alwood, JD, (Retired) Partner, KPMG International Tax Practice This book is a great instrument for ground zero tax learners who wish to grasp the essentials of the U.S. tax system. Through this admirable achievement, Prof. Ambrosio makes learning about taxes fun. - Edna Paule Desiree Gnomblerou, PhD, Guangxi University of Finance and Economics, Nanning, China Professor Ambrosio has written a refreshing guide for individuals wishing to comprehend American tax theory and principles. I strongly recommend this book to anyone who ever interfaces with U.S. tax professionals on a professional or personal level. - Nancy Albers, PhD, Dean and Professor, College of Business, Louisiana State University Shreveport