This volume is an insightful biographical account of the life and work of William Sealy Gosset, a highly influential figure in the development of modern statistical thinking. Based on his statistical correspondence, the book provides unique insight into the ideas discussed by Gosset and his peers, while reflecting the profound influence he was to have in areas such as the statistics of small samples. This volume will appeal to...
'This is a very readable and absorbing book. It documents the fundamental influence which Gosset had on the development of modern statistics through his collaboration wiht Fisher and the Pearsons. But above all, it portrays a practical scientist and manager with an endearing personality who was modest, kindly, and tolerant; a man with wide interests and real integrity. Professors Plackett and Barnard are to be greatly thanked for bringing...
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