“Productive work is the central purpose of a rational man's life, the central value that integrates and determines the hierarchy of all his other values. Reason is the source, the precondition of his productive work, pride is the result.”
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The Virtue of Selfishness
This book is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of selfishness as a virtue, examining its role in personal ethics and societal values. The author delves into the philosophical underpinnings of self-interest and its relationship to individual freedom and happiness. more
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