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Spurious Correlations ... is the most fun you'll ever have with graphs.' BustleMilitary intelligence analyst and Harvard Law student Tyler Vigen illustrates the golden rule that 'correlation does not equal causation' through hilarious graphs inspired by his viral website.Is there a correlation between Nic Cage films and swimming pool accidents? What about beef consumption and people getting struck by lightning? Absolutely not. But that hasn't stopped millions of people from going to tylervigen.com and asking, 'Wait, what?' Vigen has designed software that scours enormous data sets to find unlikely statistical correlations. He began pulling the funniest ones for his website and has since gained millions of views, hundreds of thousands of likes, and tons of media coverage. Subversive and clever, Spurious Correlations is geek humor at its finest, nailing our obsession with data and conspiracy theory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Spurious Correlations'? A: 'Spurious Correlations' explores the humorous side of data analysis, illustrating the principle that correlation does not imply causation through funny and surprising statistical graphs.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Spurious Correlations'? A: The author of 'Spurious Correlations' is Tyler Vigen, a military intelligence analyst and Harvard Law student known for his viral website that highlights unusual statistical correlations.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Spurious Correlations' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Spurious Correlations'? A: The book contains a total of 208 pages filled with engaging content and illustrations.
- Q: When was 'Spurious Correlations' published? A: 'Spurious Correlations' was published on May 12, 2015.
- Q: Is 'Spurious Correlations' suitable for all ages? A: 'Spurious Correlations' features geek humor and clever illustrations that can be enjoyed by a wide range of audiences, although some jokes may resonate more with adults.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Spurious Correlations'? A: 'Spurious Correlations' falls under the History category, as it presents data visualization through a historical lens of statistical analysis.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in 'Spurious Correlations'? A: Yes, 'Spurious Correlations' includes humorous graphs and illustrations that depict the surprising correlations found by the author.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Spurious Correlations'? A: 'Spurious Correlations' is available in a Gift edition, making it an excellent choice for a unique present.
- Q: Can I find examples of the correlations discussed in 'Spurious Correlations'? A: Yes, the book features various correlations like those between Nic Cage films and swimming pool accidents, showcasing the humorous side of statistical analysis.