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The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, 2nd Ed.

Edward R. Tufte
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The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, 2nd Ed.

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2001

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Edward R. Tufte

The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, 2nd Ed.

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

197

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1980s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, 2nd Ed. by Edward R. Tufte explores data visualization principles and techniques for effectively presenting statistical graphics. Tufte emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and efficiency in communicating complex data. The book features insightful guidelines and illustrative examples, aiming to enhance individuals' abilities to convey quantitative information visually.

Informative

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.5

9,443 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, 2nd Ed., by Edward R. Tufte, is celebrated for its innovative approach to the design of graphical displays of data, praised for clarity and insightful analysis. Critics note its rigorous standards may be challenging for newcomers, but it remains a seminal text for data visualization, offering both aesthetic and functional insights.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, 2nd Ed.?

Readers interested in The Visual Display of Quantitative Information by Edward R. Tufte are data enthusiasts, designers, or statisticians who appreciate clarity and aesthetics in data presentation. Fans of How to Lie with Statistics and Envisioning Information will find value in Tufte's insights.

4.5

9,443 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

197

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1980s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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