How Charts Lie: Getting Smarter about Visual Information by Alberto Cairo (Engli

Description: How Charts Lie by Alberto Cairo A leading data visualisation expert explores the negative—and positive-influences that charts have on our perception of truth FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Today, public conversations are increasingly driven by numbers. Although charts, infographics, and diagrams can make us smarter, they can also deceive?intentionally or unintentionally. To be informed citizens, we must all be able to decode and use the visual information that politicians, journalists, and even our employers present to us each day. How Charts Lie examines contemporary examples ranging from election result infographics to global GDP maps and box office record charts, demystifying an essential new literacy for our data-driven world. Author Biography Alberto Cairo is the Knight Chair in Infographics and Data Visualization at the School of Communication of the University of Miami. He has consulted with companies and institutions such as Google and the Congressional Budget Office on visualizations. He lives in Miami, Florida. Review "[Alberto Cairos] book reminds readers not to infer too much from a chart, especially when it shows them what they already wanted to see. Mr Cairo has sent a copy to the White House." -- The Economist Review Quote This book offers a succinct, elegant, accessible look at the ways data can be represented or misrepresented and is a perfect primer for anyone who cares about the difference. I loved this book!--Charles Wheelan, author of Naked Statistics Funny, engaging, and mathematically correct...A must read for anyone who wants to stay informed.--Cathy ONeil, best-selling author of Weapons of Math Destruction I wish we lived in a world where you didnt need to read Alberto Cairos How Charts Lie , a robust guide to self-defense against graphs and figures designed to mislead. But here we are, and yes, you do.--Jordan Ellenberg, author of How Not to Be Wrong Alberto Cairo has written a wise, witty, and utterly beautiful book. You couldnt hope for a better teacher to improve your graphical literacy.--Tim Harford, author of The Undercover Economist and presenter of More or Less Alberto Cairo shares great examples of data visualization and storytelling for anyone who wants to dig into their data.--Dona Wong, author of The Wall Street Journal Guide to Information Graphics A picture may be worth a thousand words, but only if you know how to read it. In this book, Alberto Cairo teaches us how to get smarter about visual information by reading charts with attention and care. I found a lot to steal here, and you will, too.--Austin Kleon, author of Steal Like an Artist This book will open your eyes to how everyone uses visuals to push agendas. A master visual designer, Alberto Cairo shows you how to read charts and decode design. After this book, you cant look at charts with a straight face!--Kaiser Fung, author of Numbers Rule Your World Details ISBN0393358429 Author Alberto Cairo Pages 256 Year 2020 ISBN-10 0393358429 ISBN-13 9780393358421 Short Title How Charts Lie Language English Format Paperback Subtitle Getting Smarter about Visual Information Publication Date 2020-10-13 DEWEY 001 UK Release Date 2020-10-13 Imprint WW Norton & Co Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States NZ Release Date 2020-10-13 US Release Date 2020-10-13 Illustrations 175 illustrations Publisher WW Norton & Co Alternative 9781324001560 Audience General AU Release Date 2020-11-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130786087;

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