Several researchers, scientists and designers across the globe are trying to make sense of a variety of complex networks using different technological tools at their disposal. They employ a mix of colors, symbols, graphics, algorithms and interactivity to advance cognition and deepen knowledge in each subject of analysis. By doing this they are in many ways creating the syntax of a new language. This book can be seen as the first dictionary of this new lexicon.

The book will showcase and thoroughly analyze the variety of contemporary visual depictions of complex networks. It will cover its historical predecessors and grounds for recent popularity, and explore the ramifications of a new age of infinite interconnectedness. It will also include a set of recommendations and future predictions on the progress of Network Visualization.

About the Publisher

Princeton Architectural Press is a world leader in architecture and design publishing, both in market share and in editorial and design excellence. With over 600 titles in their backlist, they have consistently sought the best in the field. They've made their reputation in part by identifying new trends and publishing first books on emerging talents, as well as definitive works on established names, and by creating books of unsurpassed design quality and production values.

Book Title

The temporary title is: Visual Complexity: A visual exploration on mapping complex networks. However, the title is most likely to change before the book is launched.

A mere print of the VC website?

Not really. Even though making the VC pool of knowledge available to a larger audience has been the main impetus for the pursuit of this book, it should not be considered as a mere extension of the website or a physical embodiment of its online experience. It is meant to be a holistic study on Network Visualization, with a solid theorethical foundation, accessible to anyone attracted by this field, independently of their level of expertise or academic dexterity.

When will it be available?

There's no defined date yet, but we're aiming for the end of 2010 or beginning of 2011.

What will be the price?

Too early to say, but please subscribe to the updates (twitter and VC Blog) in order to be notified as soon as an estimate is announced.