Atlas Shrugged
by Ayn Rand
Atlas Shrugged
by Ayn Rand
Book Summary
Ayn Rand’s "Atlas Shrugged" is an influential philosophical novel that explores the role of individualism, productivity, and rational self-interest within the broader framework of a collapsing society. Set in a dystopian United States where government overreach and collectivist policies stifle innovation and ambition, the story follows a cast of industrialists and thinkers as they grapple with the consequences of a world that punishes success and rewards mediocrity. Through a compelling narrative and the development of her unique philosophy of Objectivism, Rand challenges readers to reconsider the moral foundations of capitalism, the value of personal achievement, and the dangers...
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