Author

Tufte, Edward R.

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Chesire, CT

Publisher

Graphics Press LLC

Publication Date

2001

Physical Description

197 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.

Subjects

Data Visualization

Visual Reasoning

Visual Perception

Nonverbal Communication

Statistics

Abstract

"This book deals with the theory and practice in the design of data graphics and makes the point that the most effective way to describe, explore, and summarize a set of numbers is to look at pictures of those numbers, through the use of statistical graphics, charts, and tables. It includes 250 illustrations of the best (and a few of the worst) statistical graphics, with detailed analysis of how to display data for precise, effective, quick analysis. Also offered is information on the design of the high-resolution displays, small multiples, editing and improving graphics, and the data-ink ratio. Time-series, relational graphics, data maps, multivariate designs, as well as detection of graphical deception: design variation vs. data variation, and sources of deception are discussed. Information on aesthetics and data graphical displays is included" -- Provided by publisher.

ISBN

9781930824133

Material Type

Book

Audience

Professional

Location

Kelowna Library

Call Number

QA276.3 T914v 2001

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