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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.

Keaton Hayworth III har meget at leve op til i sin college-fraternity. I hans familie er der nemlig tradition for, at man bliver valgt som fraternitypræsident. Men Keaton må kæmpe om titlen med en meget målrettet modstander: hans irriterende roommate, outsideren Luke Bailey, som gemmer på en hemmelighed og har sine helt egne grunde til at stille op. Udfordringer er der nok af, også i Keatons privatliv. Hans kæreste, Annika, ønsker sig en trekant med en anden fyr til sin fødselsdag, og hvor finder man lige sådan en?

Den kvikke forretningskvinde Tilly Logan og sportsadvokaten Santino Rossi plejede at have en aftale – sådan en uden forpligtelser. Partypigen og playeren: Det burde have været ukompliceret. Ingen af dem forudså den katastrofe, som tvang Tilly til at forlade London og vende hjem til Skotland.Fem år senere er Tilly tilbage i byen. Hun har fået sit liv tilbage på sporet og vil holde sig langt væk fra Santino. Men da de to pludselig står ansigt til ansigt igen, er en ting sikker: Tiltrækningen mellem dem er stadig eksplosiv.

ER KÆRLIGHED STÆRKERE END HÆVN? Poppy står over for en brutal sandhed: Alt, hun troede, hun vidste om sit liv og om den mand, hun var ved at forelske sig i, bygger på en løgn. Det eneste, hun ved med sikkerhed, er, at Casteel, prinsen af Atlantia, er farlig. Og at han har store planer for hende.Casteel Da’Neer har mange navne, og hans løgne er lige så forførende som manden selv. Hans mål er at binde deres liv sammen på måder, hverken Poppy eller kongerigerne er forberedt på. Heldigvis ved hun bedre end at stole på ham.

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.

With over 30 years of experience, Joe Brown helps retirees and soon-to-be retirees protect their savings, ensuring not one client has ever lost principal due to market downturns. As President of Brown Advisory Group, LLC, he shares insights on securing retirement assets across multiple states. Join Joe for expert strategies to safeguard your financial future and gain peace of mind in retirement.

Live. Love. Engage. tells the story of Gloria Grace Rand's journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening that began when her sister was diagnosed with stage four cancer. Gloria candidly relates how growing up with an alcoholic father and abusive mother contributed to unconscious limiting beliefs about self-worth which hindered her ability to succeed in business.

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.

Anthem by Ayn Rand (Version 6) is a dystopian novella set in a future society where individuality is forbidden and the word “I” is lost. The protagonist, Equality 7-2521, is a curious and intelligent man who dares to think independently. He discovers a hidden tunnel and rediscovers electricity. Falling in love with Liberty 5-3000, he escapes the collectivist city into the forest. There, he learns the concept of ego and reclaims his identity as "I." Renaming himself Prometheus, he vows to build a new society based on freedom, individualism, and self-worth, rejecting the oppressive doctrines...

HER Agency is a powerful new podcast created for Black women in advertising who are ready to take charge of their careers and personal lives. Each episode delves into the unique challenges and triumphs of navigating the ad industry as a Black woman, with raw and real conversations on topics that matter most—building resilience, setting boundaries, being strategic, and going after exactly what you want. The audience will learn how to network for success, speak their truth unapologetically, and protect their mental health in an industry that often overlooks us. Hosted by Brandi Rand and ...

If anxiety is something you struggle with and you're hoping to learn some tools to help you manage it, then this is the audiobook for you. You will learn the meaning of the word "anxiety", the effects of anxiety on our bodies, and the causes of anxiety—both real and perceived.

The Pulpit Wife Podcast An EPIC Christian Woman™ Production Welcome to The Pulpit Wife Podcast, where ministry meets identity, and purpose flows through every mic moment. Hosted by Minister Sharon Rand — speaker, coach, and founder of The EPIC Christian Woman™ — this podcast is your space to heal, hear, and grow in faith and clarity. Whether you're a preacher's wife, a woman in ministry, or a sister in the pew walking out your calling, you’ll find tools, testimonies, and truth to help you move from silent struggle to spiritual strength. Expect encouragement, biblical truth, and EPIC ...

Since John Hersey's Hiroshima, very few books have examined the meaning and impact of World War II through the eyes of Japanese men and women who survived that conflict. Tattered Kimonos in Japan does just that: It is an intimate journey into contemporary Japan from the perspective of the generation of Japanese soldiers and civilians who survived World War II, by a writer whose American father and Japanese father-in-law fought on opposite sides of the conflict.

Toran is happy with his life the way it is. As a Highland noble, he has wealth and status, his sons are grown, and his late wife long gone. When he gets the opportunity to travel to the deep past to solve an old family mystery, he seizes it. But his passionate feelings for the lovely witch Kensa take him by surprise, bringing forth a desire and need he's never felt before.

During their daily walks, new puppy Dea pulls her human, Alison, by the leash into making connections, handling crippling loss, and coping with the challenges of life. What might have been tragic through Alison’s eyes finds wider perspective and resonance through Dea’s as she tolerates Alison’s pathetic attempts at meditation and online dating, sees her through a second bout of cancer, and finally steers Alison toward appreciating life’s daily wonders that are a puppy’s birthright.

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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.

Le 14 Mai 2024, Meryl Streep, l’une des actrices les plus récompensées au monde, reçoit la Palme d’Or d’Honneur du Festival de Cannes. Lorsqu’elle prend la parole, la première personne de son entourage qu’elle remercie est…son agent. Bienvenue dans Agent Double, le podcast qui dévoile la face cachée des relations agents/talents. C’est votre rendez-vous 1 Jeudi sur 2 où l’on lève le voile sur ce métier méconnu et pourtant essentiel à la réussite de nombreux talents, artistes ou athlètes. En donnant la parole pour la première fois à des agents sur un podcast, vous ...

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Experience the powerful novella "Anthem" by Ayn Rand. This podcast brings to life a dystopian tale of individualism and the struggle for freedom in a collectivist society. Perfect for fans of dystopian fiction and philosophical exploration.