a form of marketing communication used to persuade an audience to take or continue
some action, usually with respect to a commercial offering, or political or ideological support
history
In ancient times
Ancient Egypt, Pompeii, ancient Greece and ancient Rome, Africa, South America, ancient
China, etc.: sales messages or political campaign were displayed on papyrus, wall posters,
rock painting, calligraphic signboards, inked papers, copper painting, etc.
In 18th century:
In England: appeared in newspaper In America: in the form of
salesmanship (face-to-face demonstration to the crowd)
In 19th century:
In America: the birth of modern agency (media department, creative
department)
In 20th century:
Radio became an advertising medium
After WWⅡ:
TV became a commercial medium
Now:
The Internet and beyond; consumers are much more involved, reacting.