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Most presentations of quantitative information are poorly designed—painfully so, often to the point of misinformation. This problem, however, is rarely noticed and even more rarely addressed. We use tables and graphs to communicate quantitative information: the critical numbers that measure the health, identify the opportunities, and forecast the future of our organizations. Even the best information is useless, however, if its story is poorly told. This problem exists because almost no one has ever been trained to design tables and graphs for effective and efficient communication. Show Me the Numbers: Designing Tables and Graphs to Enlighten is the most accessible, practical, and comprehensive guide to table and graph design available.

The second edition of Show Me the Numbers improves on the first by polishing the content throughout (including updated figures) and adding 91 more pages of content, including: 1) A new preface; 2) A new chapter entitled "Silly Graphs That Are Best Forsaken," which alerts readers to some of the current misuses of graphs such as donut charts, circle charts, unit charts, and funnel charts; 3) A new chapter about quantitative narrative entitled "Telling Compelling Stories with Numbers"; and 4) New appendices entitled "Constructing Table Lens Displays in Excel," "Constructing Box Plots in Excel," and "Useful Color Palettes."

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Analytics Press; Second edition (June 1, 2012)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 371 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0970601972
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0970601971
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.55 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 1.4 x 11 inches
Reviewer: Dallas Marks
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great visualization advice, patiently explained
Review: Show Me the Numbers: Designing Tables and Graphs to Enlighten by Stephen Few- now in its second edition- is filled with 371 pages of analytical goodness. I'm a bit embarrassed to admit that I don't own the first edition of Show Me the Numbers: Designing Tables and Graphs to Enlighten, which was published in 2004. But I didn't really know who Stephen Few was until I started working with Xcelsius and somebody turned me onto his outstanding dashboards book, which was also recently revised into a second edition.While the dashboards book, Information Dashboard Design: Displaying Data for At-a-Glance Monitoring, is focused on at-a-glance dashboards, Show Me the Numbers is more broadly focused and goes into extreme depth on both table and graph design. Like the dashboards book, Show Me the Numbers begins by laying a foundation with the science on how our brains perceive visual information, then builds its design principles on that foundation. Mr. Few is widely cited (or disparaged) as "the cranky guy that hates pie charts". But his criticism of pie charts (and other poor visualization practices) is grounded in the science of visual perception, not his personal taste in visualizations.A 371-page book may sound kind of scary, but it is broken down into fourteen chapters that can be easily digested. Mr. Few's writing style is clear and easy to understand, although if you're like me you'll put the book down at the end of each chapter so you can think. The book is tool agnostic, so even if your primary tool is Microsoft Excel you'll benefit from reading it.The book is rather large, but it's beautifully designed and constructed with lots of clear illustrations. If I traveled more, I'd probably prefer Kindle edition for portability, but it doesn't exist. Mr. Few's reading style lends itself to a comfortable reading chair and a cup of coffee, so I'm quite satisfied with the print edition. I am finding in my day-to-day work that I am slowly internalizing the wisdom of Show Me the Numbers. But it's still a book that I open while in the middle of a project and one that I'll take the time to read cover-to-cover again.

Reviewer: Galen Menzel
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Excellent coverage of the basics of chart design
Review: Stephen Few has a rare talent for explaining apparently opaque concepts in simple terms, but without simplifying the subject. This book starts from the *very* beginning and provides the reader with a solid understanding of the basics of chart design, including when to use a table vs a graph, what types of tables and graphs to use for what kinds of data, and why certain graphical features are more effective than others. Throughout, Few maintains a plain, readable writing style that is never patronizing even when spelling out seemingly obvious points (e.g., use a table if you need to look up a specific value). His patient tone and simple presentation end up guiding you through some unexpectedly sophisticated waters of design almost without your even realizing you've gone anywhere.In addition to the design coverage, Few covers some (very) basic statisics, how to adjust for inflation, rgb values of a nice selection of colors to use in graphs, how to make box graphs in Excel, and many other workaday details that make the book immediately useful. Most of the charts in the book are made in Excel, showing that you don't need advanced design software to make attractive, clear charts.The book itself is a beautiful large hardback. This is the source of my one complaint: its large size makes it somewhat difficult to just pop off the shelf and flip through to find something.If you want to learn how to design good tables and graphs, get it.

Reviewer: TheLion©
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Like a lot of his other work.
Review: Stephen Few's books are like Hershey's candy - a lot of variety, but basically it's just more chocolate. This book delves deeper into his ideology on enlightening through meaningful visualization design, just like the rest of his books. That being said, this book is still an excellent reference.

Reviewer: Steve B
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The new standard in data visualization
Review: I have been a fan of techniques for improving visual information and information design starting with the Tufte book in 1983. Stephen Few has provided analysts, planners, and other people responsible for turning data into information a great service with this book. With technical books it can sometimes be difficult for the enthusiasm of the author to shine through. It is clear that Mr. Few is passionate about information design. Unlike other some books in the field this comprehensive study is practical as well - everything is presented using tools available in Microsoft Excel. Users are able to immediately relate the information in the book to the ability residing in their desktop. Some of the book would be easy to dismiss as basic information. I thought to skip around but there were surprising gems in the first few chapters where background information is described. If you have only one book on visualizing data, this would be the one to purchase.

Reviewer: Highmark
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: This is an excellent book.
Review: This book is well written. From the introduction to the closing chapter. I've not completed all the readings, but his other book is consistent. It is a great book. Show me the Numbers is a basic understanding of graphs and how to present them. It's not about the latest trends. It's about showing you what works and how to present that information. In a well thought out manner using information that attracts the brain to pull data from charts, graphs, and tables. And if you think you can write a better book, please do! And invite me to read it. Otherwise, Stephen Few has solid books available on the market. That not only go into the designing elements, but also the psychological side of things and what attracts the readers brain to understanding. It's worth the price.UPDATE: This book has dropped in price. I purchased it when it was valued at the $48 mark. Now, it's even cheaper. I'm not even complaining about missing out on the lower price. It was a deal then; and now, it's a steal.

Reviewer: Leo Tolsey
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I have just started reading the book and I really like how Stephen Few explains the plotting process: in a concise and effective manner. Based on what I have read and seen in the book until now, I can say that I am pleased of purchasing this book, and, therefore, I give A++ to the book and its author.

Reviewer: Alessio
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Il libro è un MUST HAVE per chi ha a che fare con la rappresentazione grafica dei dati e delle informazioni che questi devono fornire.Few è un maestro nell’impostare il modo di ragionare migliore: poi bisogna comunque soffrí.Ho anche un altro titolo del Dottor Few è questo qui chiude un ciclo (forse) iniziato per me con molto entusiasmo.

Reviewer: Dorian Martinez Conde
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excelente articulo

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Great purchase. If you are starting to get involved with data visualisation and you have no previous or reduced knowlage on data visualisation, this book is for you. It starts from something as basic as describing the type of data you can have till which graphs or tables could be better to communicate these data. However, no matter even if you have an advanced knowlage in data visualisation, this book will help you to understand things you usually do and even you can get a few tips more.The book is so easy to read. Even the stadistical explanations he provides are simple but accurate, providing the relevant knowledge you require. Also, it is really fun and interesting to read. It could look like a really technical book, but definitely it could be something you can sit in your garden, read and chill.If you think that you would require a mot advanced book but that approach the same knowlage, his book Now You See It is for you.Warning: this book is practical form the point of view that you learn to identify the best graphs for specific data, when you should use them, then using a table is preferable, how to use the colours in a graph etc. You develop a critical knowledge to identify if a graph is good or not and how could be improved. However, if you are expecting that he explains you how to do these graphs in excel or in other program, this is not the book you are looking for. Yet, it gives you a recommended reading appendix when you can find what you are looking for depending of your interests.

Reviewer: natcaste
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: This books helps to understand the basics of data visualization, it also provides exercises and lots of examples.