Annotation: Arkady Lubarev summarizes the data on various election systems that are or were implemented in the world’s practice. The author classifies them, traces back the history of their development, analyzes their main parameters and interrelations while suggesting respective analytical methodology and putting the particular focus on those of them that are applied in the Russian Federation. Though intended for the teachers, post-graduates and students of political science and constitutional law, this book will definitely catch the eye of the general reading audience interested in the process of elections.