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“I need no warrant for being, and no word of sanction upon my being. I am the warrant and the sanction.”

Quote by Ayn Rand

Book:Study Guide: Anthem (Study Gudie and Book)

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Study Guide: Anthem (Study Gudie and Book)

This study guide provides in-depth analysis of the themes, characters, and philosophy presented in Anthem. It includes discussion questions to encourage critical thinking and comprehension, as well as additional resources for further exploration of the novel's content and context. more

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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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