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Ayn Rand

Ayn Rand (1905-1982) is best known for her books Anthem, Atlas Shrugged, and The Fountainhead. The Russian born American author and philosopher was very critical of communism and an advocate of capitalism. Rand's unique philosophy, Objectivism, has gained a worldwide audience. The fundamentals of her philosophy are put forth in three nonfiction books, Introduction to Objectivist Epistemology, The Virtues of Selfishness, and Capitalism: The Unknown Ideal. Though her books and beliefs have faced much criticism from academia, she is still championed by many contemporary conservatives and libertarians.

Ayn Rand
Ayn Rand's philosophy which advocates for the rights of the individual and limits of government is called Objectivism. Rand strongly depicts this concept in her famous fiction books, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged, as well as her works of non-fiction. The Russian American author was born in St. Petersburg in 1905 and relocated to the United States in hopes of becoming a screenwriter in 1926. While the writer passed away in 1981, The Ayn Rand Institute in California continues to promote her philosophy.

5 Most Popular Books to Read by Ayn Rand

The FountainheadAtlas ShruggedWe the LivingAnthemThe Virtue of Selfishness