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In a scrap heap within an abandoned factory, the greatest invention in history lies dormant and unused. By what fatal error of judgment has its value gone unrecognized, its brilliant inventor punished rather than rewarded for his efforts? In defense of those greatest of human qualities that have made civilization possible, one man sets out to show what would happen to the world if all the heroes of innovation and industry went on strike.

One of the 20th century's most challenging novels of ideas, The Fountainhead champions the cause of individualism through the story of a gifted young architect who defies the tyranny of conventional public opinion. The struggle for personal integrity in a world that values conformity above creativity is powerfully illustrated through three characters: Howard Roarke, a genius; Gail Wynand, a newspaper mogul and self-made millionaire; and Dominique Francon, a devastating beauty.

We the Living portrays the impact of the Russian Revolution on three people who demand the right to live their own lives. At its center is a girl whose passionate love is her fortress against the cruelty and oppression of a totalitarian state. Rand said of this book: "It is as near to an autobiography as I will ever write."

In a dystopian world where individuality is forbidden and conformity reigns supreme, Anthem by Ayn Rand explores the power of free will, the pursuit of knowledge, and the defiance of oppressive control. This gripping novella follows Equality 7-2521, a man who dares to challenge the collective by discovering the forbidden truths of science and self. Through his journey, Rand presents a timeless celebration of human potential and the triumph of individual thought over societal oppression.

Is being a part of the "herd" really a good thing? In Ayn Rand's Anthem, we join our protagonist in this dystopian future world where humankind's compulsion to seek and live in the "safety of numbers" can go horribly wrong. Anthem was published in 1938 but is scarily relevant to our modern world.

The Fountainhead studies the conflict between artistic genius and social convention, a theme Ayn Rand later developed into the idealistic philosophy knows as Objectivism. Rand's hero is Howard Roark, a brilliant young architect who won't compromise his integrity, especially in the unconventional buildings he designs.

Equality 7-2521 is a young man who yearns to understand “the Science of Things”, but he lives in a bleak, dystopian future where independent thought is a crime and where science and technology have regressed to primitive levels. All expressions of individualism have been suppressed in his world. Obedience to the collective is so deeply ingrained that the very word “I” has been erased. In pursuit of his quest for knowledge, Equality 7-2521 struggles to answer the questions that burn within him.

La economía de Estados Unidos se encuentra en ruinas. Las empresas cierran, en las tiendas es imposible encontrar los productos básicos y la población empieza a perder la esperanza en recuperar la prosperidad y la autonomía. La respuesta del gobierno es aumentar cada vez más las regulaciones, el control de cualquier actividad y el colectivismo.

Ayn Rand discusses how a writer combines abstract ideas with concrete action and description to achieve a unity of theme, plot, characterization, and style, the four essential elements of fiction. Here, too, are Rand's illuminating analyses of passages from famous writers, rewrites of scenes from her own works, and fascinating rules for building dramatic plots and characters with depth.

In a scrap heap within an abandoned factory, the greatest invention in history lies dormant and unused. By what fatal error of judgment has its value gone unrecognized, its brilliant inventor punished rather than rewarded for his efforts?

Technological advancement is now carefully planned, and the concept of individuality has been eliminated. A young man known as Equality 7-2521 rebels by doing secret scientific research. When his activity is discovered, he flees into the wilderness with the girl he loves. Together, they plan to establish a new society based on rediscovered individualism.

Eis que Rand se nos apresenta como força emblemática do intelecto humano, de suas máximas potencialidades. Difícil mesmo ficar indiferente ao seu pensamento, seja para concordarmos com ele, seja para termos nele objeto de discordância. Contudo, que reste claro: a concordância ou a discordância pressupõem – ou devem pressupor – o conhecimento justo, calibrado, o mais possível correto dos conceitos postos em jogo pela autora.

Dive into the gripping world of Anthem, a novella by Ayn Rand, first published in England in 1938. Set in a dystopian future where humanity has plunged into a dark age marked by irrationality, collectivism, and the suppression of individuality, this powerful narrative explores a society where even the use of the word I is punishable by death. Originally conceived as a play by Rand during her teenage years in Soviet Russia, Anthem ultimately embodies her core philosophical principles—reason, values, volition, and individualism. Experience a bold proclamation of self and freedom through this ...

Dive into Anthem, a gripping dystopian novella by Ayn Rand, penned in 1937 and first published in 1938 in England. Set in a chilling future where humanity has plunged into a dark age defined by irrationality and collectivism, this tale explores a world where individuality is obliterated and the very use of the word I is met with the ultimate punishment. Through its haunting narrative, Rand raises profound questions about freedom, identity, and the human spirit. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Though written in the 1930s, Anthem addresses controversial subjects in society that are still relevant today: equality, environment, sexism, mental health, the role of government. In revisiting this book and its many subjects, one keeps catching glimpses of understandings, and connections with our society today.

Considerado o livro mais influente nos Estados Unidos depois da Bíblia, segundo a Biblioteca do Congresso americano, A revolta de Atlas é um romance monumental. A história se passa numa época imprecisa, quando as forças políticas de esquerda estão no poder. Último baluarte do que ainda resta do capitalismo num mundo infestado de repúblicas populares, os Estados Unidos estão em decadência e sua economia caminha para o colapso.

Découvrez la suite captivante de La Grève, le roman emblématique qui a conquis plus de 10 millions de lecteurs à travers le monde ! Dans ce 3ème volume de la saga, vous serez entraîné encore plus profondément dans l'univers complexe et envoûtant créé par la légendaire auteure Ayn Rand ! Alors que les individus les plus productifs de la société disparaissent mystérieusement, l'économie du pays se trouve au bord de l'effondrement.

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