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“Man's basic vice, the source of all his evils, is the act of unfocusing his mind, the suspension of his consciousness, which is not blindness, but the refusal to see, not ignorance, but the refusal to know.”

Quote by Ayn Rand

Book:The Virtue of Selfishness

Work

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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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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