Otto Heller's "Prophets of Dissent: Essays on Maeterlinck, Strindberg, Nietzsche and Tolstoy" offers a compelling examination of four towering figures who challenged the conventions of their time. This collection of essays delves into the lives and works of Maurice Maeterlinck, August Strindberg, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Leo Tolstoy, exploring their shared spirit of dissent and their profound impact on literature and thought. Heller provides insightful literary criticism, analyzing the core themes and philosophical underpinnings of each writer's oeuvre. From Strindberg's dramatic intensity to Tolstoy's moral questioning, these essays illuminate the unique contributions of each individual while highlighting their collective rebellion against established norms. A vital resource for students and anyone interested in European literature and the history of ideas, "Prophets of Dissent" provides a clear and accessible introduction to these influential thinkers. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the historical value of Heller's work, ensuring its continued relevance for years to come.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.