Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences [Hardcover]

Campbell B. Read (Author), N. Balakrishnan (Author), Brani Vidakovic (Author), Samuel Kotz (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 16, 2005 | ISBN-10: 0471150444 | ISBN-13: 978-0471150442 | Edition: 16 Volume Set

Countless professionals and students who use statistics in their work rely on the multi-volume Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences as a superior and unique source of information on statistical theory, methods, and applications. This new edition (available in both print and on-line versions) is designed to bring the encyclopedia in line with the latest topics and advances made in statistical science over the past decade--in areas such as computer-intensive statistical methodology, genetics, medicine, the environment, and other applications. Written by over 600 world-renowned experts (including the editors), the entries are self-contained and easily understood by readers with a limited statistical background. With the publication of this second edition in 16 printed volumes, the Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences retains its position as a cutting-edge reference of choice for those working in statistics, biostatistics, quality control, economics, sociology, engineering, probability theory, computer science, biomedicine, psychology, and many other areas.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"EoSS represents the contributions from the finest in the field…greatly valued and appreciated by anyone who has opened a volume of the first edition…" (Journal of the American Statistical Association, September 2007)

"It is a valuable addition for undergraduate and science libraries." (American Reference Books Annual, March 2007)

"...a well-prepared and needed replacement for the first edition of a standard work...most major academic libraries should purchase it..." (CHOICE, July 2006)

"Institutions with strong statistical science programs should consider adding this resource to their collections." (Library Journal, July 2006)

From the Publisher

Brings together, in a ready-access encyclopedic format, theories, methods, applications, and historical background in the statistical sciences. More than 4,000 entries by leading statisticians, mathematicians, educators, and major figures in the development of statistics cover all principle subfields including probability theory, statistical distribution theory, computational methods, sampling survey methods, decision theory, sequential analysis, and multivariable analysis. Fully indexed. 'Masterpiece is the best possible description...its potential for simplifying and clarifying statistical communication enriches us all.'--Roger H. Moore, Bureau of the Census, in Journal of the American Statistical Association. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 9686 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience; 16 Volume Set edition (December 16, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471150444
• ISBN-13: 978-0471150442
• Product Dimensions: 19 x 12.5 x 12.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 42.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,185,738 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!, January 10, 2006

By 

Luc Devroye (Montreal, Canada) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences (Hardcover)

This is a volume with definitions of most statistical
terms. Some are missing, such as:

Definition of chutzpah:
someone who asks 4000 dollars for a 9000-page encyclopedia which was obtained
by asking hundreds of statisticians to volunteer sections for
free.

Definition of mensch:
someone who writes surveys on his field of expertise and
places it on some web site for the whole world
to enjoy.


Luc Devroye, Montreal