The visual Display of Quantitative Information

Book with Disk from Edwar R. Tufte

The classic book on statistical graphics, charts, tables. Theory and practice in the design of data graphics, 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. Design of the high-resolution displays, small multiples. Editing and improving graphics. The data-ink ratio. Time-series, relational graphics, data maps, multivariate designs. Detection of graphical deception: design variation vs. data variation. Sources of deception. Aesthetics and data graphical displays.

Table of Content

1. Graphical Excellence (Page 13 - 52)
2. Graphical Integrity (Page 53 - 78)
3. Sources of Graphical Integrity and Sophistication (Page 79 - 90)
4. Data-Ink and Graphical Redesign (Page 91 - 106)
5. Chartjunk: Vibrations, Grids and Ducks (Page 107 - 122)
6. Data-Ink Maximization and Graphical Design (Page 123 - 138)
7. Multifunctioning Graphical Elements (Page 139 - 160)
8. Data Density and Small Multiples (Page 161 - 176)
9. Aesthetics and Technique in Data Graphical Design (Page 177 - 190)
10. Epilogue: Designs for the Display of Information (Page 191 - 191)