I. The problem of nation building. The human dimension of nation building ; The nature of transitional politics: an analytical model ; Analytical approaches to nation building. --
II. The traditional order and the varieties of change. Introducing Burma ; Traditional forms and practices ; The sovereignty of politics in impeding development ; New structures and the clash of new political roles. --
III. The political culture: the spirit and calculations of Burmese politics. The political culture and transitional societies ; The imperfect communications of politics ; The contradictions of politics ; Sentiments about power and action ; The perceptions and judgments of Burmese politics. --
IV. The socialization process. A note on the Burmese family ; A sense for order and the idea of purposeful action. --
V. Political acculturation and reactions to changes in identity. The costs of political acculturation: the administrator ; Profiles of administrators: sketches in acculturation ; The politicians' search for identity ; Profiles of politicians: further sketches in acculturation. --
VI. Epilogue. The prospects for nation building.
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