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This article introduces the concept of visual analytics, which is defined as the science of analytical reasoning facilitated by highly interactive visual interfaces. The field of visual analytics focuses on the design, implementation, and use of interactive visualization and analysis environments in complex cognitive tasks. The article also discusses the evolution of visual analytics and its goals, which include synthesizing data into information and knowledge, deriving insight from massive and conflicting data, and communicating assessments effectively for action. The article highlights four exemplary papers from the IEEE Conference on Visual Analytics Science and Technology (VAST) 2010, which explore various aspects of visual analytics, including collaboration, individual differences, problem representation, and risk assessment. The article concludes by dedicating the special issue to the memory of Jim Thomas, a pioneer in the field of visual analytics. [Extracted from the article]

Reviews the non-fiction book 'Le Petit,' by Alphonse Daudet and edited preface, notes and vocabulary by Louis H. Limper.