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In *Visual Explanations*, Edward R. Tufte provides clear, evidence‑based guidance on how to read and create effective visual representations of data. The book surveys how everyday media—computer screens, the Internet, newspapers, and more—present information through charts, maps, diagrams, and other visualizations. Tufte explains how visual perception, pattern recognition, and non‑verbal communication interact to convey meaning, making it an essential reference for graphic designers, web developers, multimedia specialists, and educators who rely on graphics in presentations and instruction.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Arts & Culture/Graphic Design
Authors: Edward R. Tufte
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