Synopsis
A visual guide to how the world really works, through stunning infographics and data visualisations, thoroughly revised, recalculated and reimagined for this new edition.We are overwhelmed by information – from our phones, our televisions, our computers, our newspapers.This new edition of Information is Beautiful has been revised throughout with over 20 updates and 20 new visualisations. It offers shelter from the flood by visualising data in a new way that blends facts with their connections, their context and their relationships – making information meaningful, entertaining and beautiful.This is information like you have never seen it before – easy to flick through but also engaging enough to study – information that comes to life in your hands and your eyes.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
David McCandless is an award-winning writer and journalist. His work has appeared in over 30 magazines in the UK and the US and all over the web. He currently works as creative consultant for Orange and the BBC and writes about the Internet, underground culture and `anything interesting' for Wired and The Guardian.
Review
`Unbelievably brilliant' - Vogue `(a) terrific compendium of visual information' - Shortlist `thought-provoking, lovingly crafted and informative; a handsome book that anyone would be grateful to receive' - The Independent on Sunday `In this intriguing book, David McCandless presents a cavalcade of compelling and colourful graphics, each one innovative in its attempt to offer a new perspective on some of our most pervasive twenty-first century obsessions' - Time Out `Stunning' - The Sunday Times `thought-provoking, lovingly-crafted and informative; a handsome book that anyone would be grateful to receive' Picked as one of the best science books of the year in Arts & Books, Independent on Sunday `What David McCandless has done is genius... dry data is transformed into small pieces of pop art that engage so much you end up learning more, without realising it. The ideal encyclopaedia for the information age.' Red Handed
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Information Is Beautiful (New Edition)
Stock Image
Information is Beautiful (New Edition)
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR005777464
Buy Used
US$ 1.48
Shipping:
US$ 7.35
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Information is Beautiful (New Edition)
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers, United Kingdom, London, 2012
ISBN 10: 0007492898
ISBN 13: 9780007492893
Used
Paperback
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A visual guide to how the world really works, through stunning infographics and data visualisations, thoroughly revised, recalculated and reimagined for this new edition. We are overwhelmed by information from our phones, our televisions, our computers, our newspapers. This new edition of Information is Beautiful has been revised throughout with over 20 updates and 20 new visualisations. It offers shelter from the flood by visualising data in a new way that blends facts with their connections, their context and their relationships making information meaningful, entertaining and beautiful. This is information like you have never seen it before easy to flick through but also engaging enough to study information that comes to life in your hands and your eyes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004686429
Buy Used
US$ 2.98
Shipping:
US$ 7.35
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Information Is Beautiful (New Edition) (UK)
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers October 2012, 2012
ISBN 10: 0007492898
ISBN 13: 9780007492893
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Burke's Book Store, Memphis, TN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Later. Minor rubbing to decorated boards, else tight and clean. Copiously illustrated. Seller Inventory # 1012797
Seller Image
Information is Beautiful
Seller: BoundlessBookstore, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. VG condition book without dust jacket. Boards are clean with a little wear. Book has clean and bright contents. Seller Inventory # 9999-9995225321
Buy Used
US$ 4.06
Shipping:
US$ 9.17
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Information is Beautiful (New Edition)
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780007492893
Buy Used
US$ 4.70
Shipping:
US$ 9.17
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 4 available
Stock Image
Information Is Beautiful
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2012
ISBN 10: 0007492898
ISBN 13: 9780007492893
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. UK ed. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 9144753-6
Buy Used
US$ 6.00
Shipping:
US$ 10.51
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Information Is Beautiful
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2012
ISBN 10: 0007492898
ISBN 13: 9780007492893
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. UK ed. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP88646734
Buy Used
US$ 6.00
Shipping:
US$ 10.51
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Information Is Beautiful
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2012
ISBN 10: 0007492898
ISBN 13: 9780007492893
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. UK ed. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 18240426-20
Buy Used
US$ 6.00
Shipping:
US$ 10.51
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 3 available
Stock Image
Information is Beautiful (New Edition)
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780007492893
Buy Used
US$ 13.50
Shipping:
US$ 6.55
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 5 available
Seller Image
Information Is Beautiful (New Edition)
Seller: Solr Books, Lincolnwood, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. This books is in Very good condition. There may be a few flaws like shelf wear and some light wear. Seller Inventory # BCV.0007492898.VG