The book approaches the topic of elections and electoral system by employing the more quantitative analysis aspects of the topic, and is written for those who are currently working in the fields or looking to join. The content, while dense with statistical analysis, is well written and is easily read and digested. It is not for the casual reader or one who doesn't want to take a deep dive into the topics, but is an excellent resource for a researcher or upper-level student who is participating in advanced studies of elections and electoral systems.
Erik S. Herron is the Eberly Family Distinguished Professor of Political Science at West Virginia University.
Robert J. Pekkanen is Professor at the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, Adjunct Professor of Political Science, and Adjunct Professor of Sociology at the University of Washington.
Matthew S. Shugart is Distinguished Professor of Political Science at the University of California, Davis, and Affiliated Professor at the University of Haifa.