C. Wright Mills is considered one of the most important American public intellectuals of the 1940s and 1950s and occupies a central position in American sociology. Since the turn of the century, there has also been talk of a Mills revival. However, Mills' strong standing in English-speaking sociology contrasts with the relatively weak reception in Germany. This volume provides an informed introduction to the work of C. Wright Mills and highlights the relevance of his approaches for contemporary sociology.