The Visual Display of Quantitative Information
 

The Visual Display of Quantitative Information

by Edward R. Tufte

A timeless classic in how complex information should be presented graphically. The Strunk & White of visual design. Should occupy a place of honor--within arm's reach--of everyone attempting to understand or depict numerical data graphically. The design of the book is an exemplar of the principles it espouses: elegant typography and layout, and seamless integration of lucid text and... (read more)

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This is one of the five most important books a visual designer must own. Tufte is the master at explaining the how and why of displaying quantative information to laymen and professionals alike.

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