Beschreibung:
This text explores the idea of civil society, relating the concept and its developments in Eastern Europe to wider sociological theories and making international comparisons where appropriate. The difficulties of establishing civil society are discussed along with possible future outcomes for civil society in Eastern Europe.
Introduction 1. Perspectives on Civil Society 2. The Political Sociology of Civil Society in Transitional Societies 3. The Perils of Transitology: The Role of Intellectuals 4. Comparative Perspectives 5. Democracy East of the Elbe: Problems and Prospects