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“The man of authentic self-confidence is the man who relies on the judgment of his own mind. Such a man is not malleable; he may be mistaken, he may be fooled in a given instance, but he is inflexible in regard to the absolutism of reality, i.e., in seeking and demanding truth.”

Quote by Ayn Rand

Work

The New Left: the Anti-Industrial Revolution

This book delves into the origins, principles, and impact of the New Left movement, which emerged as a response to the rapid industrialization and its effects on society. It examines the movement's critique of industrialization, its advocacy for alternative economic and social structures, and its influence on contemporary political thought. 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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