Envisioning information
Tufte, Edward R.
creator
Graphics Press
publisher.
text
bibliography
ctu
1990
1990
monographic
eng
126 pages
This book celebrates escapes from the flatlands of both paper and computer screen, showing superb displays of high-dimensional complex data. The most design-oriented of Edward Tufte's books, Envisioning Information shows maps, charts, scientific presentations, diagrams, computer interfaces, statistical graphics and tables, stereo photographs, guidebooks, courtroom exhibits, timetables, use of color, a pop-up, and many other wonderful displays of information. The book provides practical advice about how to explain complex material by visual means, with extraordinary examples to illustrate the fundamental principles of information displays. Topics include escaping flatland, color and information, micro/macro designs, layering and separation, small multiples, and narratives. Winner of 17 awards for design and content. 400 illustrations with exquisite 6- to 12-color printing throughout. Highest quality design and production.
Edward R. Tufte.
Also issued online.
Visual communication
Communication
P93.5 .T84 1990
QA90 .T914 1990
QA 90 T914e 1990
302.23 TUF
Envisioning information
Tufte, Edward R., 1942-
Cheshire, Conn. (P.O. Box 430, Cheshire 06410) : Graphics Press, �1990
(OCoLC)551342199
9780961392116
90166920
DLC
900928
20180927112801.0
ocm21270160
eng