“A Dictionary of Statistics” by Graham Upton and Ian Cook is a comprehensive and accessible reference work designed for both statistics students and professionals across various disciplines.
Here’s a short description:
This dictionary provides over 2,300 jargon-free entries covering all aspects of statistics, including terms from computing, mathematics, and probability. It aims to demystify statistical language, making it understandable for a wide audience, from beginners to experts.
Key features include:
• Broad Coverage: Encompasses a wide range of statistical concepts and their applications.
• Clarity and Accessibility: Written in clear, practical language, avoiding unnecessary technical jargon.
• Illustrative Content: Many entries are enhanced with figures, diagrams, and worked examples to aid understanding.
• Biographical Information: Includes entries on over 200 significant figures in the history of statistics.
• Supplementary Resources: Features appendices with useful statistical and mathematical notation, a historical calendar of statistical events, and statistical tables.
• Online Companion: Offers recommended web links for many entries, providing further resources and updated information.
It’s an invaluable tool for anyone encountering statistics in fields like economics, politics, medicine, psychology, market research, and more.
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