In this ground-breaking work, Mucha and Keen compile a complete history of sociology in Central and Eastern Europe in the post-Communist era. Through the autobiographies of ten sociological witnesses from the region, they turn the sociological imagination upon itself, resulting in a compelling and revealing account of the struggles, triumphs, and continuing challenges faced. The sociologists included fall into three cohorts: - late career - mid career - early career As participants, each of the sociologists included has witnessed the intersection of history and biography in Central and Eastern Europe. As sociologists, they have tried, and continue to try, to connect the two so that they and their fellow citizens may better understand their circumstances and the futures that may follow. This book provides powerful and compelling autobiographical accounts, relating them to the current interest in the transformation of Central and Eastern Europe for students and researchers of sociology, Central and Eastern Europe studies.