Review of Graffiti Scratched, Scrawled, Sprayed Towards a cross-cultural understanding

Abstract

The book “Graffiti Scratched, Scrawled, Sprayed”, by the words of the editors, “(...) showcases an array of approaches to studying the creation, reception, and documentation of graffiti, oppening avenues for cross-cultural research.”
Graffiti Scratched, Scrawled, Sprayed offers a pivotal, cross-cultural examination of graffiti that bridges disciplines such as epigraphy, archaeology, and urban cultural studies. The volume’s multifaceted approach complements and enriches ongoing research within the Urban Creativity platform, highlighting graffiti’s role as a dynamic form of social inscription, artistic expression, and historical communication. Its integration of ancient, medieval, and contemporary perspectives, alongside innovative digital methodologies, positions the book as foundational for future scholarship. By situating graffiti within broader urban creativity and writing systems debates, the volume advances both theoretical understanding and practical documentation efforts.