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Ayn Rand Reader

This book compiles a selection of Ayn Rand's writings, including philosophical essays, lectures, and speeches, showcasing her ideas on Objectivism, individualism, and capitalism. more

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Ayn Rand
Ayn Rand

American novelist and philosopher, known for her novels and philosophical ideas. Her works emphasize individualism, free markets, and rationalism, and have had a profound impact on politics and philosophy in the late 20th century. more

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