Probability, Statistics and Truth

by Richard von Mises

Book Overview

The science of probability -- the systematic study of mass phenomena and repetitive events -- was not fully established as such until about 1919. Nine years later, Richard von Mises, one of it pioneers, brought out the first edition of this book -- what has become the classic treatment of the foundations of probability theory. The present text reproduces the most authoritative translation of the definitive 1951 German edition, which was fully revised...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486242145
• ISBN13: 9780486242149
• Release Date: September 1981
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Rare discussion by a statistician & easy to read

I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in the meaning of statistics. Statistics is based on probability theory, which in turn is dependent on a very specific definition of 'probability'. As such, statistical interpretation should always reflect this definition. This book clarifies the meaning of probability and its impact on statistical reasoning.It covers the 'grey area' of statistics, too often ignored in university texts. This book is very easy to read and does not require much exposure to mathematical probability/statistics. The central ideas of the book are applied to 'practical' applications in Physics, which makes it even more interesting.For the price, it is a great buy!

great frequentistic work

This outstanding presentation of the frequentist interpretation of probability should be read by all seeking an understanding of what a probability really =is=. One need not accept frequentism (and I do not) to profit greatly from this work.