In the best tradition of historical writing, this fascinating study concentrates on the distinguishing characteristics of the Russian and Chinese experiences of revolution during the same time period. Using quotations, anecdotes, and colorful descriptive material, the authors unravel thetangle of people, places, and events central to understanding the nature of

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These essays consider the implications for Chinese socialism of the repudiation of the Cultural Revolution and the legacy of Mao Zedong as well as the meaning of the new definition and direction Mao's successors have given socialism. The themes have been selected for conceptual coherence within a socialist problematic of

"This study draws on the contrasting approaches and experiences by China, Russia, and East Germany in transforming their socialist structures into more market based economies. It develops a realistic long-term perspective for the transformation of North Korea and Vietnam. Based on a comprehensive framework that captures the issues on the

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