Raphael, in my opinion a very clear reference is Bickel and Docksum (2006). It has an authorititative inertia of the subject and a modern presentation of topics, as well. I hope this helps you. Best regards, ---- Arturo T. De Zan Universidad de los Andes Depto. de Ing. Industrial Calle 19 A No. 1 - 37 Este Edificio W - Oficina W-264 Bogotá D.C. - COLOMBIA +57-1-339-4949, ext. 2808 http://pylo.uniandes.edu.co Mensaje citado por Raphael Fraser <[log in to unmask]>: > I have been searching for a Mathematical Statistics textbook at the > level of John E. Freund's text. I am looking for texts that lucidly > explains the statistical ideas. Any suggestions? > > Raphael >