Data Visualisation with R

111 Examples

Thomas Rahlf

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Springer Nature Switzerland AG
09 December 2019

Probability & statistics; Computing: general; Graphics programming

This book introduces readers to the fundamentals of creating presentation graphics using R, based on 111 detailed and complete scripts. It shows how bar and column charts, population pyramids, Lorenz curves, box plots, scatter plots, time series, radial polygons, Gantt charts, heat maps, bump charts, mosaic and balloon charts, and a series of different thematic map types can be created using R’s Base Graphics System. Every example uses real data and includes step-by-step explanations of the figures and their programming. This second edition contains additional examples for cartograms, chord-diagrams and networks, and interactive visualizations with Javascript.

The open source software R is an established standard and a powerful tool for various visualizing applications, integrating nearly all technologies relevant for data visualization. The basic software, enhanced by more than 14000 extension packs currently freely available, is intensively used by organizations including Google, Facebook and the CIA. The book serves as a comprehensive reference guide to a broad variety of applications in various fields.

This book is intended for all kinds of R users, ranging from experts, for whom especially the example codes are particularly useful, to beginners, who will find the finished graphics most helpful in learning what R can actually deliver.

By: Thomas Rahlf
Imprint: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Country of Publication: Switzerland
Edition: 2nd ed. 2019
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm,
Weight: 869g
ISBN: 9783030284435
ISBN 10: 3030284433
Pages: 451
Publication Date: 09 December 2019
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Data for Everybody.- Structure and Technical Requirements.- Implementation in R.- Beyond R.- Regarding the Examples.- Categorical Data.- Distributions.- Time Series.- Scatter Plots.- Maps.- Illustrative Examples.- Interactive Visualisation with JavaScript: Highcharts and Mapael.- Appendix

Thomas Rahlf has 20 years of experience in data visualization. Holding a PhD in the history of statistics and econometrics, his areas of expertise include also historical statistics, time series analysis and statistical inference. He is director in the department of quality and program management at the German Research Foundation as well as a lecturer at the University of Bonn, Germany. Graphics and statistics have been a key element of his work for a long time. Recent publications include “Statistical Inference“ in the Handbook of Cliometrics (Springer Reference Series, 2016) and “The German Time Series Dataset, 1834-2012” (Journal of Economics and Statistics, Vol. 236/1). He is also the editor of a book about historical statistics of Germany.

Reviews for Data Visualisation with R: 111 Examples

“The book can be one of the favourites of a wide range of users from beginners with basic R knowledge to experts. It is especially recommended for students and researchers from social, environmental, and economic fields requiring a consistent and thorough reference always within reach.” (Márta Ladányi, ISCB News, iscb.info, Issue 69, July, 2020)