“Force and mind are opposites; morality ends where a gun begins.”
Book:Atlas Shrugged
Quote by Ayn Rand
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Atlas Shrugged
Atlas Shrugged is a novel that delves into themes of individualism, objectivism, and economic theory. It follows a diverse cast of characters as they navigate a dystopian future where the productive members of society withdraw their efforts in protest against the oppressive government. more
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