Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

About This Book

Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing is a groundbreaking exploration of Data Visualization that has captivated readers worldwide. With 1912+ copies sold, this masterpiece offers exceptional insights into Data Visualization.

Why You'll Love It

• Comprehensive coverage of Visual Manipulation
• 15 chapters packed with cutting-edge research
• Perfect for professionals in the field
• Includes interactive exercises

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Reader Reviews

James Davis

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

August 15, 2025

As a scholar in Data Visualization, I found Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing to be an exceptional contribution to the field. The author's approach to Visual Manipulation is both innovative and rigorous, providing fresh insights that challenge conventional wisdom. Particularly noteworthy is the discussion of Visual Manipulation, which offers a compelling framework for understanding Deceptive Charts. While some may argue that Deceptive Charts, the evidence presented is thorough and convincing. This book is essential reading for anyone serious about Data Visualization.

Michael Brown

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

August 17, 2025

Fantastic book! Clear, concise, and packed with useful information about Visual Manipulation. Highly recommended!

Lisa Garcia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

October 3, 2025

Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing is a comprehensive exploration of Data Visualization that manages to be both accessible to newcomers and valuable to experts. The book is divided into 8 sections, each building thoughtfully on the last. Part 3's discussion of Visual Manipulation is particularly strong, with clear examples and practical applications. The diagrams and illustrations throughout help clarify complex ideas, and the chapter summaries are excellent for review. My only minor critique is that the pacing could be better, but this doesn't detract from the overall quality. This will undoubtedly become a standard reference in the field.

Lisa Johnson

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

December 2, 2025

As a scholar in Data Visualization, I found Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing to be an exceptional contribution to the field. The author's approach to Visual Manipulation is both innovative and rigorous, providing fresh insights that challenge conventional wisdom. Particularly noteworthy is the discussion of Visual Manipulation, which offers a compelling framework for understanding Deceptive Charts. While some may argue that Deceptive Charts, the evidence presented is thorough and convincing. This book is essential reading for anyone serious about Data Visualization.

Jessica Brown

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

December 1, 2025

I'll be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect with Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing, but wow! It completely blew me away. The way the author explains Visual Manipulation made everything click for me. I've been struggling with Critical Thinking for years, and this book gave me the tools I needed. My favorite part was when they talked about Data Visualization - it reminded me so much of my own experience with Data Visualization. I've already recommended it to all my friends!

Discussion about Deceptive Charts in Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Posted by Jennifer Garcia on January 17, 2026

I've been applying the principles from Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing to my work in Data Visualization and seeing amazing results! Specifically, the part about Deceptive Charts has been transformative.

Robert Johnson February 1, 2026

To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.

David Smith February 10, 2026

Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.

Discussion about Data Visualization in Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Posted by Sarah Miller on February 11, 2026

I've been applying the principles from Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing to my work in Data Visualization and seeing amazing results! Specifically, the part about Critical Thinking has been transformative.

Lisa Williams February 9, 2026

I completely agree! This was my experience as well.

Robert Rodriguez February 7, 2026

I completely agree! This was my experience as well.

James Rodriguez February 4, 2026

This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.

Thomas Wilson January 29, 2026

Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.

Discussion about Infographics in Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Posted by Robert Miller on February 2, 2026

Just finished Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing for the 1 time and picked up on so many new insights! The depth of research on Media Literacy is incredible.

James Smith January 30, 2026

To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.

Michael Smith February 9, 2026

Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.

Thomas Rodriguez February 3, 2026

This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.

David Williams February 8, 2026

I completely agree! This was my experience as well.

Sarah Smith February 4, 2026

To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.

Discussion about Information Design in Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Posted by Michael Wilson on January 18, 2026

I've been applying the principles from Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing to my work in Data Visualization and seeing amazing results! Specifically, the part about Information Design has been transformative.

Jennifer Davis February 1, 2026

I completely agree! This was my experience as well.

Jennifer Garcia January 29, 2026

Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.

Discussion about Infographics in Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Posted by Robert Miller on January 30, 2026

I've been applying the principles from Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing to my work in Data Visualization and seeing amazing results! Specifically, the part about Information Design has been transformative.

Emily Brown January 29, 2026

Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.

James Wilson February 10, 2026

I completely agree! This was my experience as well.