
'Atlas Shrugged' by Ayn Rand is a lengthy novel that delves into the philosophy of objectivism through a fictional story. The plot revolves around a world where individuals of exceptional ability go on strike, leaving society to crumble under the weight of socialism and government control. The writing style is described as heavy-handed, filled with lengthy diatribes and philosophical arguments that can be overwhelming for some readers.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include graphic depictions of violence, themes of abuse, sexual tension that borders on discomfort, and strong ideological rhetoric.
Has Romance?
The book includes significant romantic elements, particularly through the character of Dagny Taggart and her relationships with multiple male leads.
From The Publisher:
Published in 1957, Atlas Shrugged was Ayn Rand's greatest achievement and last work of fiction. In this novel she dramatizes her unique philosophy through an intellectual mystery story that integrates ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, politics, economics, and sex. Set in a near-future U.S.A. whose economy is collapsing as a result of the mysterious disappearance of leading innovators and industrialists, this novel presents an astounding panorama of human life-from the productive genius who becomes a worthless playboy...to the great steel industrialist who does not know that he is working for his own destruction...to the philosopher who becomes a pirate...to the woman who runs a transcontinental railroad...to the lowest track worker in her train tunnels. Peopled by larger-than-life heroes and villains, charged with towering questions of good and evil, Atlas Shrugged is a philosophical revolution told in the form of an action thriller.
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Eeeeek! It happens rarely (thankfully) but from time to time I come across that I find so bad I would throw it out of my home as fast as I could if I had the physical copy. I do not. Its an audio book so it's easier getting rid of. It was labeld as "the most influenceal book of our time" and I can't for the life see why. I think it's so terrible that I would make a specific corner of shame just for it to sit and think for it self. Bah
About the Author:
Ayn Rand (1905-1982) is best known for her philosophy of Objectivism and her novels We the Living, Anthem, The Fountainhead, and Atlas Shrugged.
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