A Dictionary of Statistics (Oxford Paperback Reference) [Paperback]

Graham Upton (Author), Ian Cook (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0199541450 | ISBN-13: 978-0199541454 | Publication Date: October 2, 2008 | Edition: 2

This wide-ranging, 100% jargon-free dictionary contains over 2,000 entries on all aspects of statistics, including terms used in computing, mathematics, and probability, as well as biographical information on over 200 key figures in the field, and coverage of statistical journals and societies. Embracing the whole multi-disciplinary spectrum of this complex subject, this superb reference presents information in a clear and practical manner and will prove invaluable for students and professionals from a wide range of disciplines, including economics, politics, market research, medicine, psychology, pharmaceuticals, and mathematics. This revised edition displays recommended web links for many entries, accessible via the Dictionary of Statistics website, which will be regularly updated to ensure the links are fully current, as well as provide helpful additional information. The entries are generously illustrated with useful figures and diagrams, and include worked examples where applicable. Appendices include a historical calendar of important statistical events, lists of statistical and mathematical notation, and statistical tables. Fully updated and revised, The Dictionary of Statistics is an indispensable work of reference for students and professionals in fields related to statistics, and a clear introduction to the subject for the general reader.

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`Review from previous edition this gem of statistical terms is highly recommended to users of statistics at all levels' Significance (the magazine of the Royal Statistical Society), June 05

About the Author

Graham Upton is Professor of Applied Statistics in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Essex. His more than 100 publications include seven books, four co-authored with Ian Cook and published by OUP: Understanding Statistics (1996), Introducing Statistics (1998), and Statistics S1 and S2 (2004, 2005). Ian Cook and Chief Examiner in Mathematics at Essex University.

Product Details

• Paperback: 512 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 2 edition (October 2, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0199541450
• ISBN-13: 978-0199541454
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #227,115 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars accessible dictionary of terms and famous statisticians, excellent reference book, January 22, 2008

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Michael R. Chernick "statman31147" (Holland PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Dictionary of Statistics (Oxford Paperback Reference) (Paperback)

Two English statisticians have compiled this list of terms, abbreviations, famous probabilists and statisticians that is accessible to experts, beginners and practitioners in all fields that use statistical methods and probability. It is very current and competitive with other dictionaries on this topic including the one that Cambidge University Press puts out. A nice feature of the handy paperback book is its low price. Published in 2002 it is the most current dictionary of its type and includes terms from computational statistics and operations research. So you will find terms like simplex methods and figures from operations research like George Dantzig in addition to famous statisticians such as R. A. Fisher and probabilists like Markov and Kolmogorov. It also contains many names of statistical societies, software packages and professional journals

I find it to be a handy reference and I own two copies.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Well Done, March 16, 2005

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Nathan Oakes (Ashland, Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Dictionary of Statistics (Oxford Paperback Reference) (Paperback)

Since this statistics dictionary is only middling in size, I expected to not always find the word I was looking for. But it has not failed me yet. Not only have Upton & Cook been very judicious in their choice of words, but their explanations are consistently clear and have illustrations when needed. For an undergrad who is going beyond a first-year course in statistics, this is the dictionary to get.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Usually I don't buy statistic books in a library, November 16, 2004

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Vincent Granville - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Dictionary of Statistics (Oxford Paperback Reference) (Paperback)

I browse quite a lot though, usually ending up not finding anything worth buying. However this book offered the right amount of exhaustivity and technicalities, suitable for a businessman like myself. It also contains interesting material on the history of statistics. On some occasions, I would have appreciated to have more mathematical details, e.g. re entries related to regression.