Statistics with R: Solving Problems Using Real-World Data by Jenine K. Harris offers an engaging and accessible introduction to statistical concepts paired with beginner-friendly R programming. Drawing on examples from the social and behavioral sciences, this book uses a unique storyline involving the “R Team” characters, inspired by “R Ladies,” to tackle real-world issues like marijuana legalization, voter registration, and the opioid epidemic. Through full-color illustrations, interactive exercises, and step-by-step explanations, readers are guided through the process of statistical analysis and data visualization in R. This 784-page text, published on February 10, 2020, by SAGE Publications, Inc., was honored with a Most Promising New Textbook Award from the Textbook & Academic Authors Association (TAA) in 2021. Ideal for those new to both statistics and R, this book makes learning about data analysis an enjoyable journey.
