I have a significant background in statistics, and I'd like to learn more about spatial statistics (and statistics associated with geospatial data).
Are there any especially good resources for someone looking for an overview of the field?
I am not looking to solve a specific problem at this point. Just want to understand the field and how it differs with statistical applications on non-spatial data.
Best Answer
Spatial statistics, like most statistical methods, is a large topic. If you would like spatial statistical theory presented in a statistical/mathematical framework my favorite is Cressie's book "Statistics for Spatial Data".
Since Diggle's point process book is out of print, A good alternative, specific to point pattern analysis, is "Statistical Analysis and Modelling of Spatial Point Patterns".
A great overview of spatial statistics in ecology is Fortin & Dale's "Spatial Analysis: A Guide for Ecologists.
For implementation of spatial Hierarchical Bayesian Modelling there is "Hierarchical Modeling and Analysis for Spatial Data".
I really like Gilks "Markov Chain Monte Carlo in Practice" for an introduction of Monte Carlo approaches.
For an introduction to geostatistics the standard is Isaaks & Srivastava's "An Introduction to Applied Geostatistics"
This is by no means a comprehensive list but are some of the books that I refer graduate students to.