GEOGRAPHY OF VOTER TURNOUT AND INVALID VOTES IN ELECTIONS - MAGDALENA SKORUPSKA

The book by Magdalena Skorupska is a fascinating journey through the spatial differences in electoral activity in Poland. The analysis of voter turnout and the percentage of invalid votes at the municipal level in 2004-2019 allows us to understand how various factors influence the voting behavior of Poles. It is a must-read for anyone interested in politics, sociology and electoral geography.

• Analysis of spatial differences in electoral activity
• Use of data for all central elections in 2004-2019
• Maps presenting the level of voter turnout and the percentage of invalid votes
• Multiple linear regression analysis taking into account social, economic, historical and cultural factors
• Conclusions different from the assumed hypotheses, resulting from changes in Polish electoral geography
• Use of methods and data not previously used in this scientific subdiscipline

The publication is a valuable source of knowledge for scientists in fields such as political geography, sociology and political science. It may also be of interest to politicians and officials responsible for organizing elections, as well as voters themselves who want to better understand the mechanisms governing the Polish political scene. The author, Magdalena Skorupska, presents an in-depth analysis based on solid data and innovative research methods.

This book is the result of years of research and analysis that shed new light on Polish electoral geography. The author not only describes phenomena, but also tries to explain them, taking into account various factors influencing voting behavior. As a result, the reader receives a comprehensive picture of the Polish political scene and can better understand why different electoral tendencies are observed in different regions of Poland.

Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego, which published this publication, are known for their high-quality scientific publications. This book will certainly meet the expectations of even the most demanding readers, offering them a solid dose of knowledge and inspiration for further research. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Polish political scene and the mechanisms governing elections in Poland.

The book consists of 234 pages and has a format of 168x235 mm. The paperback cover ensures comfortable reading and use. This publication will certainly appeal to a wide audience, from scientists to people interested in politics and elections in Poland. It is a position that deserves attention and a place in every library.