Statistics on the Table: The History of Statistical Concepts and Methods

By Stephen M. Stigler

Book Overview

This collection of essays examines in detail the history of some of the concepts involved in bringing statistical argument to the table, and some of the pitfalls that have been encountered. Topics range from 17th century medicine and blood circulation to the meter of Virgil's poetry.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0674836014
• ISBN13: 9780674836013
• Release Date: November 1999
• Publisher: Harvard University Press
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 2.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 1.5" x 7.0"