Description
Eric Bjornlund combines solid research and extensive knowledge with vast practical experience (including insightful vignettes from several case studies) to produce a first rate book on the history and evolution of election observation. Given the dearth of written material that reflects the experience and lessons learned of the last 15 years of democracy promotion, Bjornlund has made a major contribution to the scholarly and policy work on an important subject. This book is a must read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities, challenges and achievements of programs and people working to improve elections around the world. -- Jennifer Windsor, Freedom House 2004 Eric Bjornlund has written a book that has been much needed for years-a comprehensive, incisive account of the critically important field of election monitoring in new democracies. Moreover he has produced a masterful, field-defining work, infused with a probing, judicious spirit of constructive criticism, grounded in a wide range of practical cases, and packed with insights about how to do better. -- Thomas Carothers, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace 2004 An outstanding book in a important field. On the basis of an extensive field experience, Bjornlund combines insightful conceptual analysis with detailed descriptions of relevant cases. A recommended reading for those involved in electoral observation. -- Horacio Boneo, former Director, United Nations Electoral Assistance Division 2004
About the Author
Eric Bjornlund is a founder and principal of Democracy International, which evaluates and assists democracy and governance programs worldwide. He has also been associate director and Asia director of the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs. He was a fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in 2000-2001.
Reviews
Thorough and richly documented... Contains the right mix of facts and statistics... Those interested in election monitoring will find it indispensable. -- Thomas G. Walker Law and Politics Book Review 2005 Authoritative study of an important but neglected topic. Future Survey 2005
Book Information
ISBN 9780801880506
Author Eric C. Bjornlund
Format Paperback
Page Count 408
Imprint Johns Hopkins University Press
Publisher Johns Hopkins University Press
Weight(grams) 544g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 27mm