Bayesian Inference in Statistical Analysis

The object of this book is to explore the use and relevance of Bayes' theorem to problems such as arise in scientific investigation in which inferences must be made concerning parameter values about which little is known a priori. This book is principally a bringing together of research conducted over the years at Wisconsin and elsewhere in cooperation with other colleagues. An elementary knowledge of probability theory an of standard sampling thoery analysis is assumed, and from a mathematical viewpoint, a knowledge of calculus and of matrix alegbra.