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Author Tufte, Edward R., 1942-

Title The visual display of quantitative information / Edward R. Tufte
Edition Second edition
Published Cheshire, Conn. : Graphics Press, [2001]
©2001

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 WATERFT ART&ARCH  760 Tuf/Vdo 2001  DUE 03-04-24
Description 197 pages : illustrations (some color), maps (some color) ; 28 cm
Contents Graphical Practice. Graphical excellence ; Graphical integrity ; Sources of graphical integrity and sophistication. -- Theory of Data Graphics. Data-ink and graphical redesign ; Chartjunk: vibrations, grids, and ducks ; Data-ink maximization and graphical design ; Multifunctioning graphical elements ; High-resolution data graphics ; Aesthetics and technique in data graphical design ; Designs for the display of information
Summary 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. The 2nd edition provides high-resolution color reproductions of the many graphics of William Playfair (1750-1800), adds color to other images where appropriate, and includes all the changes and corrections during the 17 printings of the 1st edition
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Subject Statistics -- Graphic methods.
Statistics -- Charts, diagrams, etc.
Data Display.
Audiovisual Aids.
Genre/Form Charts, diagrams, etc.
Graphs.
LC no. 2001271866
ISBN 0961392142
9780961392147