The Best American Infographics 2016 (The Best American Series ®)

The Best American Infographics 2016 (The Best American Series ®)

“When it comes to infographics…the best work in this field grabs those eyes, keeps them glued, and the grip is sensual—and often immediate. A good graphic says ‘See what I see!’ and either you do or you don’t. The best ones…pull you right in, and won’t let you go.”  —From the introduction by Robert Krulwich The year’s most “awesome” (RedOrbit) infographics reveal aspects of our world in often startling ways—from a haunting graphic mapping the journey of 15,790 slave ships over 315 years, to a yearlong data drawing project on postcards that records and cements a trans-Atlantic friendship. The Best American Infographics 2016 covers the realms of social issues, health, sports, arts and culture, and politics—including crisp visual data on the likely Democratic/Republican leanings of an array of professions (proving that your urologist is far more likely to be a Republican than your pediatrician). Here once again are the most innovative print and electronic infographics—“the full spectrum of the genre—from authoritative to playful” (Scientific American).   ROBERT KRULWICH is the cohost of Radiolab and a science correspondent for NPR. He writes, draws, and cartoons at Curiously Krulwich, where he synthesizes scientific concepts into colorful, one-of-a-kind blog posts. He has won several Emmy awards for his work on television, and has been called “the most inventive network reporter in television” by TV Guide.     

  • ASIN: 0544556380
  • ISBN: 0544556380
  • Brand: Mariner Books
  • Manufacturer: Mariner Books

The Best American Infographics 2015 (The Best American Series ®)

The Best American Infographics 2015 (The Best American Series ®)

Praise for The Best American Infographics     “Represent[s] the full spectrum of the genre—from authoritative to playful.”—Scientific American   “Not only is it a thing of beauty, it’s also a good read, with thoughtful explanations of each winning graphic.”—Nature    “Information, in its raw form, can overwhelm us. Finding the visual form of data can simplify this deluge into pearls of understanding.” —Kim Rees, Periscopic    The most creative and effective data visualizations from the past year, edited by Brain Pickings creator Maria Popova   The rise of infographics across nearly all print and electronic media—from a graphic illuminating the tweets of the women of Isis to a memorable depiction of the national geography of beer—reveals patterns in our lives and the world in often startling ways. The Best American Infographics 2015 showcases visualizations from the worlds of politics, social issues, health, sports, arts and culture, and more. From an elegant graphic comparison of first sentences in classic novels to a startling illustration of the world’s deadliest animals, “You’ll come away with more than your share of . . . mind-bending moments—and a wide-ranging view of what infographics can do” (Harvard Business Review). “This is what information design does at its best – it gives pause, makes visible the unsuspected yet significant invisibilia of life, and by astonishing us into mobilization, it catapults us toward one of the greatest feats of human courage: the act of changing one’s mind.”—from the Introduction by Maria Popova Guest introducer MARIA POPOVA is the one-woman curation machine behind Brain Pickings, a cross-disciplinary blog showcasing content that makes people smarter. She has more than half a million monthly readers and over 480,000 Twitter followers. Popova is an MIT Futures of Entertainment Fellow and has written for the New York Times, Atlantic, Wired UK, GOOD Magazine, ... [Read More]

  • ASIN: 0544542703
  • ISBN: 9780544542709
  • Manufacturer: Mariner Books

The Best American Infographics 2014 (The Best American Series ®)

The Best American Infographics 2014 (The Best American Series ®)

Year two of this fresh, timely, beautiful addition to the Best American series, introduced by Nate SilverThe rise of infographics across virtually all print and electronic media reveals patterns in our lives and worlds in fresh and surprising ways. As we find ourselves in the era of big data, where information moves faster than ever, infographics provide us with quick, often influential bursts of art and knowledge — to digest, tweet, share, go viral. Best American Infographics 2014 captures the finest examples, from the past year, of this mesmerizing new way of seeing and understanding our world. Guest introducer Nate Silver brings his unparalleled expertise and lively analysis to this visually compelling new volume.

  • ASIN: 0547974515
  • ISBN: 0547974515
  • Manufacturer: Mariner Books

The Global Economy as You've Never Seen It: 99 Ingenious Infographics That Put It All Together

The Global Economy as You've Never Seen It: 99 Ingenious Infographics That Put It All Together

An ingeniously conceived tour of the global economy and all its key components, illuminated one by one in 99 large-scale, full-color infographicsThe economy is a complex, world-spanning, layer-upon-layer-upon-layer behemoth: One could argue that almost every aspect of our lives is connected to the realms of business and finance. And yet few of us truly understand it—even the world’s foremost economists can’t seem to agree on how it runs.The Global Economy as You’ve Never Seen It presents 99 brilliant infographics that everyone can understand. From start-ups to monopolies, from trade agreements to theory, author Thomas Ramge and infographic specialist Jan Schwochow bring every facet of the economic web to life.Economics connects us all, from what we buy, to how we buy it, who made it, and where. See the economy differently—and the world.

  • ASIN: 1615195173
  • ISBN: 1615195173
  • Brand: The Experiment
  • Manufacturer: The Experiment

The Best American Infographics 2013 (The Best American Series ®)

The Best American Infographics 2013 (The Best American Series ®)

The rise of infographics across virtually all print and electronic media—from a striking breakdown of classic cocktails to a graphic tracking 200 influential moments that changed the world to visually arresting depictions of Twitter traffic—reveals patterns in our lives and our world in fresh and surprising ways. In the era of big data, where information moves faster than ever, infographics provide us with quick, often influential bursts of art and knowledge—on the environment, politics, social issues, health, sports, arts and culture, and more—to digest, to tweet, to share, to go viral.The Best American Infographics captures the finest examples from the past year, including the ten best interactive infographics, of this mesmerizing new way of seeing and understanding our world.

  • ASIN: 0547973373
  • ISBN: 0547973373
  • Brand: Brand: Mariner Books
  • Manufacturer: Mariner Books

The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 fact-filled maps!

The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 fact-filled maps!

A 2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (National Council for the Social Studies-Children's Book Council)In 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps, explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming and the nation’s capital to discover more than 2,000 facts that celebrate the people, cities, nature, and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. You'll also get an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents. Ghost towns, swamp tours, the center of the universe…bacon donuts, brainy berries, salmon jerky…The French Fry King, The Mother of Oregon, The Queen of Blues…be inspired by the inventiveness, beauty, and diversity of the United States in this curious collection of fact-filled maps. On each wonderful map, find:A welcome box with a short introduction to the stateKey facts, including the capital; state bird, flower, and tree; and statehood orderState icons celebrating the state’s people, places, and historySix inspiring people who have a connection to the stateRegion spotlight bubbles to allow you to discover more about one particular placeA moments to remember box with a list of significant dates and their events in the state’s historyEach state’s map also contains information about which states it neighbors, its bodies of water and borders, as well as where it is situated in the country. Did you know that while Hawaii shares its border with no one, both Missouri and Tennessee border eight other states? Many state parks, battlefields, national forests, and reservations are also included to inspire you to respect and explore the great outdoors. So pack your bags and say later ‘gator…the great States await!

  • UPC: 884310929165
  • ASIN: 1847807119
  • ISBN: 9781847807113
  • Brand: WIDE EYED
  • Manufacturer: Wide Eyed Editions

What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

  • ASIN: 0544272994
  • ISBN: 0544272994
  • Brand: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
  • Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Wine Folly: Magnum Edition: The Master Guide

Wine Folly: Magnum Edition: The Master Guide

JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER   *   The expanded wine guide from the creators of WineFolly.com, packed with new information for devotees and newbies alike.Wine Folly became a sensation for its inventive, easy-to-digest approach to learning about wine. Now in a new, expanded hardcover edition, Wine Folly: Magnum Edition is the perfect guide for anyone looking to take his or her wine knowledge to the next level. Wine Folly: Magnum Edition includes:  *  more than 100 grapes and wines color-coded by style so you can easily find new wines you'll love;  *  a wine region explorer with detailed maps of the top wine regions, as well as up-and-coming areas such as Greece and Hungary;  *  wine labeling and classification 101 for wine countries such as France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and Austria;  *  an expanded food and wine pairing section;  *  a primer on acidity and tannin--so you can taste wine like a pro;  *  more essential tips to help you cut through the complexity of the wine world and become an expert.Wine Folly: Magnum Edition is the must-have book for the millions of fans of WineFolly.com and for any budding oenophile who wants to boost his or her wine knowledge in a practical and fun way. It's the ultimate gift for any wine lover.

  • ASIN: 0525533893
  • ISBN: 9780525533894
  • Manufacturer: Avery

National Geographic Almanac 2019: Hot New Science - Incredible Photographs - Maps, Facts, Infographics & More

National Geographic Almanac 2019: Hot New Science - Incredible Photographs - Maps, Facts, Infographics & More

A one-of-a-kind annual featuring surprising facts, stunning color photos, arresting infographics, and illuminating maps that present the world in a whole new way.An almanac like you've never seen before, this arresting volume features key information on science, nature, history, and geography, spiked with cutting-edge ideas and spectacular visuals. Discover features that only National Geographic can deliver, including exquisite photography, explanatory infographics, illustrated timelines, and maps created by expert cartographers. Chapters include Exploration & Adventure, This Planet & Beyond, Life on Earth, and The Science of Us; featured topics range from the polar jet stream and how chameleons change colors to the world's biggest cities and the science of addiction. It includes top travel trends, new explorations, and recent discoveries, as well as fascinating trivia. Enlightening for young and old, exquisitely designed, each page of this special almanac reveals something new about today's world.

  • ASIN: 1426219814
  • ISBN: 1426219814
  • Manufacturer: National Geographic

Information Is Beautiful (New Edition)

Information Is Beautiful (New Edition)

Facts, statistics, issues, theories, relationships, numbers, words - there is just too much information in the world. We need a brand new way to take it all in. 'Information is Beautiful' transforms the ideas surrounding and swamping us into graphs and maps that anyone can follow at a single glance.

  • UPC: 787721911883
  • ASIN: 0007492898
  • ISBN: 9780007492893
  • Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers