01877nam a22002297a 4500 20260609111633.0 260609s2026 |||||||| |||| 00| 0 eng d 9781032556581 PK-LaUMT 320.0285 KIL-I Kilburn, H. Whitt 12524 Introduction to political analysis in R / H. Whitt Kilburn Boca Raton : CRC Press, 2026 xxv, 411 p. Chapman & Hall/CRC the R series (CRC Press) Includes bibliographical references and index. "Introduction to Political Analysis in R is a comprehensive guide for students and researchers eager to delve into the intersection of data science, statistics, and political science. Aimed at equipping readers with the essential quantitative skills to analyze political data, the book bridges practical coding techniques in R with foundational statistical concepts, emphasizing real-world applications in politics. The text adopts a progressive structure, beginning with the basics of R and data manipulation before advancing to more complex topics such as data visualization, spatial analysis, text analysis, and modeling. Through accessible language and engaging examples-ranging from U.S. election forecasting to global development trends-it demystifies complex analytical methods. Each chapter integrates coding exercises and real-world datasets to reinforce learning, fostering independent data analysis skills. Designed for undergraduate political science majors, this book is also a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand data-driven political analysis, whether for academic research, professional development, or personal curiosity"-- Provided by publisher Eng R (Computer program language) Political science-Data processing 11144 BK 141051 141051 0 0 0 0 01 01 2026-06-09 0 320.0285 KIL-I 153034 2026-06-09 11:16:45 2026-06-09 BK