Wiley The International Encyclopedia of Political Communication, 3 Volume Set (ICAZ - Wiley Blackwell-ICA International Encyclopedias of Communication)

The International Encyclopedia of Political Communication is the definitive single-source reference work on the subject, with state-of-the-art and in-depth scholarly reflection on the key issues within political communication from leading international experts. It is available both online and in print. Explores pertinent/salient topics within political science, sociology, psychology, communication and many other disciplinesTheory, empirical research and academic as well as professional debate are widely covered in this truly international and comparative  workProvides clear definitions and explanations which are both cross-national and cross-disciplinary by natureOffers an unprecedented level of authority, accuracy and balance, with contributions from leading international experts in their associated fieldsPart of The Wiley Blackwell-ICA International Encyclopedias of Communication series, published in conjunction with the International Communication Association. Online version available at Wiley Online Library Named Outstanding Academic Title of 2016 by Choice Magazine, a publication of the American Library Association Review "The most noteworthy aspect of this resource is its global scope. ...The level and depth of international expertise is displayed via the perspectives and examples provided in each entry by the authors.... [They] deftly lay out the historical context of political communication in each area, while also discussing themes, trends, and sources of controversy within the political communications sphere before highlighting avenues for future research directions within the area. These global perspectives mesh with the interdisciplinary nature of the work and its entries that meld psychology, critical media studies, sociology, cultural studies, economics and political science, among other disciplines. [The Encyclopedia] includes many entries that are timely, unique and interdisciplinary. ...The contributors to this work always have their eye on the future, without neglecting the past.... This resource's international focus, interdisciplinary nature and currency stand out among other related resources. ...This work would be a very useful and excellent addition to any academic social sciences reference collection that serves mid- to upper-level undergraduates, graduate students or faculty/researchers." - Reference Reviews From the Inside Flap The field of political communication has seen rapid growth within communication sciences, both in its academic development and in the professional dimension. This extraordinary growth has created the need for a systematic review of the theory, evidence, and interpretations that have accumulated across the discipline. The International Encyclopedia of Political Communication does just that, delivering a state-of-the-art and in-depth scholarly reflection on the key issues within political science, sociology, psychology, communication, and the many other related disciplines. Including over 230 entries, it surveys the rich field of international scholarship, bringing to the fore a wide range of research. Theory, empirical research, and academic as well as professional debate are amply accounted for within a truly international and comparative frame.The Wiley Blackwell–ICA International Encyclopedias of Communication Series publishes A–Z encyclopedias representing the major subfields and areas of communication studies to provide state-of-the-art research for scholars in a highly interactive and accessible format. Together, these works provide a gateway to communication research for generations of students and scholars all over the world.www.wileyicaencyclopedia.com From the Back Cover The field of political communication has seen rapid growth within communication sciences, both in its academic development and in the professional dimension. This extraordinary growth has created the need for a systematic review of the theory, evid