Principles of Multivariate Analysis

Multivariate analysis is necessary whenever more than one characteristic is observed on each individual under study. Applications arise in very many areas of study. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to available techniques for analysing date of this form, written in a style that should appeal to non-specialists as well as to statisticians. In particular, geometric intuition is emphasized in preference to algebraic manipulation wherever possible. The new edition includes a survey of the most recent developments in the subject.