The book "Social Entrepreneurs - Silent Heroes?" by Sylvia Sacco offers an in-depth analysis of the experiences and challenges faced by social entrepreneurs in structurally weak regions. Based on a qualitative study conducted at BTU Cottbus Senftenberg in the field of social work, the work highlights the founding motivations of these self-employed individuals as well as the problems and successes they encounter in the social sector. The author presents unexpected findings that bring the attitudes and perspectives of social entrepreneurs to the forefront, providing insight into the daily struggles within the social field. This academic book is aimed at readers interested in social sciences and the dynamics of social entrepreneurship.