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The Fountainhead
Rand's breakthrough novel follows Howard Roark, an uncompromising architect who refuses to sacrifice his vision to the demands of society. Through the story, Rand makes her philosophical case for rational individualism, the virtue of independence, and the corrosive effect of collectivism on the human spirit.
This is one of the most important works in the liberty tradition — essential for any serious student of free markets and individual rights.
What You'll Learn from The Fountainhead
- 1This work offers rigorous analysis of its subject from a liberty-oriented perspective.
- 2The author builds a systematic argument from first principles.
- 3The implications for policy and practice are far-reaching.
- 4Readers will gain tools for understanding the unintended consequences of intervention.
- 5Essential reading for anyone serious about the ideas of freedom.
Ayn Rand
Ayn Rand is a leading thinker in the tradition of economic and political liberty. This work represents a significant contribution to the literature of freedom and free markets, and has influenced generations of students and scholars.