The Art of Statistics

In this book, David Spiegelhalter guides readers through the essential principles of statistics, using real-world examples such as analyzing medical screening, crime sprees of serial killers, and determining the luckiest passenger on the Titanic.

The book emphasizes the importance of clarifying questions, assumptions, and expectations, and responsibly interpreting the answers.

It covers various statistical concepts, including regression models, probability theory, and Bayesian analysis, making it a definitive guide to the power of data in the age of big data.