Beautiful evidence / Edward R. Tufte.
Author/creator |
Tufte, Edward R., 1942- |
Format | Book and Print |
Publication Info | Cheshire, CT : Graphics Press, ©2006. |
Description | 213 pages : illustrations (some color), maps (some color) ; 28 cm |
Subject(s) |
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Contents | Mapped pictures: images as evidence and explanation -- Sparklines: intense, simple, word-sized graphics -- Links and causal arrows: ambiguity in action -- Words, numbers, images - together -- The fundamental principles of analytical design -- Corruption in evidence presentations: effects without causes, cherry picking, overreaching, chartjunk, and the rage to conclude -- The cognitive style of PowerPoint: pitching out corrupts within -- Sculptural pedestals: meaning, practice, depedestalization -- Landscape sculptures. |
Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
LCCN | 2006282688 |
ISBN | 0961392177 |
ISBN | 9780961392178 : |
Available Items
Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
Joyner | General Stacks | P93.5 .T837 2006 | ✔ Available | Place Hold | |
Laupus | Books - Stacks | P 93.5 T914B 2006 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |