In today's world of statistical computing, R is the program of choice for tens of thousands of statisticians, which is why R Graphics is sure to become an instant classic. Considered the leading expert on the use of R graphics, Murrell gives statisticians the first complete reference on the R graphical system. An in-depth text that takes nothing for granted, it helps both neophytes and seasoned statisticians master the intricacies of R. No other published volume contains information on R's grid graphics, and much of the information the author provides is original material not to be found anywhere else. Ahead of the curve, this volume defines the direction for the future of statistical graphical development. ---------------------Features--------------------- · Answers such a need that the field of statistics is already abuzz with anticipation · Contains numerous code examples as well as the plots that the examples produce · Offers readers an online resource with all the code and datasets used in the book as well as future developments · Includes an intro to R graphics that will fill in many of the gaps that have limited users · Provides base information that will remain current for years to come ---------------------Contents--------------------- An Introduction to R Graphics R graphics examples The organization of R graphics Graphical output formats

TRADITIONAL GRAPHICS

SIMPLE USAGE OF TRADITIONAL GRAPHICS The traditional graphics model Plots of one or two variables Plots ofmultiple variables Modern plots and specialized plots Interactive graphics CUSTOMIZING TRADITIONAL GRAPHICS The traditional graphics model in more detail Controlling the appearance of plots Arranging multiple plots Annotating plots Creating new plots

GRID GRAPHICS

TRELLIS GRAPHICS: THE LATTICE PACKAGE The lattice graphics model Lattice plot types Controlling the appearance of lattice plots Arranging lattice plots Annotating lattice plots Creating new lattice plots THE GRID GRAPHICS MODEL A brief overview of grid graphics Graphical primitives Coordinate systems Controlling the appearance of output Viewports Missing values and non-finite values Interactive graphics Customizing lattice plots THE GRID GRAPHICS OBJECT MODEL Working with graphical output Grob lists, trees, and paths Working with graphical objects off-screen Placing and packing grobs in frames Other details about grobs Saving and loading grid graphics Working with lattice grobs DEVELOPING NEW GRAPHICS FUNCTIONS AND OBJECTS An example Simple graphics functions Graphical objects Querying grid

APPENDIX A: A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO R Obtaining and installing R An environment for statistical computing and graphics A programming language

APPENDIX B: COMBINING TRADITIONAL GRAPHICS AND GRID GRAPHICS The gridBase package