This book examines the history and role of election posters as one of the most crucial forms of political communication, especially in electoral campaigns, in a number of countries around the globe. The contributing authors present comparative research on electoral posters from countries from all five continents, summarizing international similarities and national differences. The book also discusses theoretical aspects and different methodological approaches that are used for studying the design, content and reception of election posters as a means of political communication.

Dr. Christina Holtz-Bacha is professor and holds the Chair in Communication Sciences at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany. Dr. Bengt Johansson is professor in journalism and mass communication at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden.