The Politics of Transition Shaping a Post-Soviet Future [Paperback]

Traces the politics of Soviet transition in the late 1980s and early 1990s from its origins to its uncertain post-communist futureWritten by three of the West's leading scholars of Soviet and post-Soviet affairs, this survey traces the politics of transition in the late 1980s and early 1990s, from its origins to its uncertain post-communist future,Written by three of the West's leading scholars of Soviet and post-Soviet affairs, this survey traces the politics of transition in the late 1980s and early 1990s, from its origins to its uncertain post-communist future,This book, written by three of the West's leading scholars of Soviet and post-Soviet affairs, traces the politics of transition in the late 1980s and early 1990s from its origins to its uncertain post-communist future. Detailed but clearly and accessibly written, The Politics of Transition provides an ideal guide for students and specialists to the changes that have been taking place in the politics of the newly-independent nations that together constitute a sixth of the world's land surface.1. Beyond marxism; 2. Reforming the electoral system; 3. Structures of government; 4. The presidency and central government; 5. From union to independence; 6. Patterns of republic and local politics; 7. The withering away of the party; 8. The emergence of competitive politics; 9. The politics of economic interests; 10. Public opinion and the political process; 11. Letters and political communication; 12. The Soviet transition and 'democracy from above'. ...an informative, academic resource, drawing significantly on the newly vigorous Soviet press. Publishers Weekly The clear and concise exposition makes this volume accessible to students as well as scholars. It is an excellent introduction for any scholar unfamiliar with this period. It may be appropriate for advanced undergraduates in a course giving close attention to this period of profound change. Because each essay can stand alone, both teachers and scholars l£?