The Secret Language of Maps

Book Overview

Maps, data and infographics are supposed to help us make sense of the world. In this book, Carissa, academic director at the Stanford d.school, has penned a murder mystery to pull back the curtain on bias that's implicit in all maps and infographics, even using them to solve the crime. Employing an incredibly engaging approach, this practical guide not only teaches you how to read and design maps, but it also gives you the tools to interpret the daily infographics you see in the news, in business, and literally everywhere. After reading this book, you’ll look for the agenda behind every map and the hidden messages lurking within data in a world full of misinformation.