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This book analyzes the interaction between Eastern European and Soviet political and economic reform, emphasizing Soviet actions under the present regime. It deals with the consolidation of party power, the attempts to legitimize authority , new Soviet rules and procedures and various philosophies of reform. Theoretical considerations of economic challenges and early experiments in reformism, such as social and agrarian reform are included. Restructuring, including the establishment of super-ministries and quality control mechanisms, is dealt with in detail. Finally, each of the Eastern European countries' reactions to these reforms are discussed.