Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand

This novel unfolds in a dystopian United States where society's most productive citizens, including inventors, scientists and industrialists, refuse to be exploited by increasing social and economic demands. As a response, they withdraw their talents, leading to the collapse of the economy. The story presents the author's philosophy of objectivism, which values reason, individualism, and capitalism, and rejects collectivism and altruism. The narrative primarily follows Dagny Taggart, a railroad executive, and John Galt, a philosophical leader and inventor, as they navigate this societal breakdown.

The 351st greatest book of all time


Published
1957
Nationality
American
Type
Fiction
Pages
1000-1200
Words
645,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
Atlas Shrugged Publisher
A Revolta De Atlas

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