Charts and Graphs

Karl G. Karsten — Charts and Graphs: An Introduction to Graphic Methods in the Control and Analysis of Statistics First Edition — Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1923 First edition of this important early work on statistical visualization and graphical analysis by Karl G. Karsten. Published in 1923, this volume is widely regarded as Karsten’s most influential contribution and a pioneering text in the development of modern statistical graphics and management control methods. Written at a time when charts and statistical analysis were just beginning to be adopted in American and British industry, this work was years ahead of its time. Karsten presents systematic methods for using graphs in production control, management analysis, and statistical interpretation. With over 700 pages and approximately 500 illustrations, the book was designed primarily for educational and analytical purposes rather than as a practical handbook for businessmen. Publication Details: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1923. First edition. Hardcover. Pagination: xliv, 724 pages. Binding & Format: Original maroon cloth boards with gilt lettering to spine. Octavo. Condition: Very good. Solid and tight binding. Pages clean and well-preserved. Names of previous owners written in pencil and ink inside the front cover. No other marks or defects. A very nice, clean copy overall. A scarce and important early work in the history of statistics, data visualization, and management science. Highly desirable for collectors, researchers, and historians of economics, business, and quantitative methods.…