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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.

Published together for the first time are three of Ayn Rand's compelling stage plays. The courtroom drama Night of January 16th, a 1935 Broadway success famous for leaving the verdict to the audience, is presented here in its definitive, final revised text - a superb dramatization of Rand's vision of human strengths and weaknesses.

Ayn Rand’s dystopic science fiction novella takes place at some unspecified future date. Mankind has entered another dark age as a result of what Rand saw as the weaknesses of socialistic thinking and economics. Technological advancement is now carefully planned -- when it is allowed to occur at all -- and the concept of individuality has been eliminated.

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.

In a world shrouded by conformity, where the word "I" is forbidden and individuality is a crime, one man dares to defy the collective. In Ayn Rand's gripping dystopian novella Anthem, Equality 7-2521, a curious and bold thinker, embarks on a perilous journey of self-discovery in a society that demands absolute obedience.

Ayn Rand Institute Live features a wide range of fascinating topics recorded at live events—all from the unique perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. ARI experts and guest speakers bring new insights to complex topical issues, such as freedom of speech and the Middle East, or delve into important subjects in philosophy, ethics, psychology, culture, the arts, and more.

"Ideas are the greatest and most crucially practical power on earth," wrote Ayn Rand. In the title essay of this collection, Leonard Peikoff applies this principle to the world of business. He shows that certain philosophic ideas, such as reason, egoism, and individualism, are needed to defend and protect the freedom of businessmen, while the opposite ideas, such as mysticism, altruism, and collectivism (which dominate our universities), destroy that freedom.

Ayn Rand's classic dystopian novel Anthem is about a dark future in which the concept of individuality has been banned in favor of collectivism. People can only refer to themselves as "we," and the concept of "I" is banned. The protagonist of the story is named "Equality 7-2521." Equality is deeply ashamed of having thoughts that are considered heretic in the context of this dystopian society.

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.

Panel discussions & debates on philosophy, psychology, culture, and politics, with leading intellectuals from around the world.

The Ayn Rand Centre UK is dedicated to promoting Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism in the United Kingdom. The organisation advances Ayn Rand’s ideas by organising speaker events, discussion groups and other activities.

In a world where individuality is suppressed and collectivism reigns, the tension between personal freedom and societal control is palpable. This podcast invites listeners to explore themes of identity, rebellion, and self-discovery through a rotating collection of full-length audiobooks. Each week, a new book is featured, offering diverse perspectives from various time periods and styles. This is not a continuous narrative but a series of thought-provoking tales that challenge the status quo and encourage listeners to question the norms. Whether you're seeking insight, a fresh perspective, or...

Mankind has entered another Dark Age. Individuality has been eliminated. People refer to themselves only by using "we" and "they". All live in collective homes and the mass is more important than the individual. However even in this far future, there is someone called Equality 7-2521 who stands against the norm.

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 classic dystopian novella, Anthem, is one of the earliest books to explore a theme which has become a standard motif in science fiction literature: the search for individualistic expression in a repressive and rigorously organized society.

As today’s society edges closer and closer to full-fledged collectivism; as the rights and dignity of the individual continue to be trampled underfoot in the name of “the collective good;” as more and more people refuse to study the history and logical conclusions of their beliefs, and claim that re-branding socialism wipes away its entire shameful and often bloody history, while simultaneously refusing to believe the massive amount of evidence of that history - the work of Ayn Rand is more crucial and relevant than ever.

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.