Includes bibliographical references (pages [207]-221) and index.
1. Introduction: Theoretical Model -- 2. Ideological Faith Crisis: Does the Communist Ideology Matter? -- 3. Political Development: Withering Party Power? -- 4. Legal Innovations: The Rule of Law? -- 5. Social Changes: Takeover by Civil Society? -- 6. Economic Reforms: Transition towards Capitalism? -- 7. Conclusion: The End or Continuity of Communist Totalitarianism?